Landmark New Report Shows Canadian Lobbyists Represent Major Polluters Alongside Environmental Groups
A recent study by FMinus reveals a significant conflict of interest in Canada's climate action efforts, with lobbyists representing both major polluters and environmental groups.
Major Canadian environmental organizations and civil society groups are using lobbyists who also represent Canada's biggest polluters, according to the report published by FMinus, an American accountability monitor.
- The report was prepared in conjunction with Environmental Defence, Canada's leading environmental advocacy organization.
- It was also prepared with re•generation, a youth climate advocacy organization focused on accelerating the transition to a clean economy.
"As the climate crisis gets worse for Canadians, there’s a hidden cause,"
said James Browning, founder and executive director of FMinus, in an interview with DeSmog.
Author's summary: Canadian lobbyists serve polluters and environmental groups simultaneously.