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Pittsburgh's strong ties to fossil fuel lobbying revealed by new report

A recent study by F Minus highlights Pittsburgh's unique and deep connections to fossil fuel lobbyists, posing challenges to local and state environmental goals.

Audrey Carleton reports for Capital & Main.

In short:

The Pittsburgh Foundation funded environmental causes but also hired a firm representing fossil fuel interests.
Five powerful lobbying firms in Pennsylvania serve conflicting clients, including environmental groups and fossil fuel companies.
This situation compromises Pittsburgh's climate initiatives and state greenhouse gas reduction efforts.

Key quote:

"Fossil fuel companies have far more money and clout and gravity and so the magnets are always going to move in their direction."

— James Browning, Founder of F Minus

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