The Deception of Oil Companies: How Climate Change Was Ignored and Denied

🌍Oil companies, such as Exxon, were aware of the effects of burning fossil fuels on climate change as early as the 1980s.

💰Despite knowing the seriousness of climate change, oil companies prioritized profit and growth over addressing the issue.

🤥Oil companies actively promoted climate change denial through paid advertisements and misinformation campaigns.

👥Public knowledge and understanding of climate change were manipulated and undermined by the oil companies' deceptive tactics.

🌱The impact of climate change, caused by burning fossil fuels, includes rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and the loss of wildlife.

When did Exxon scientists first discover the link between burning fossil fuels and climate change?

—Exxon scientists first discovered this link in the early 1980s.

Why did oil companies choose to ignore the scientific evidence of climate change?

—Oil companies prioritized profit and growth over addressing the issue of climate change.

How did oil companies contribute to climate change denial?

—Oil companies actively promoted climate change denial through paid advertisements and misinformation campaigns.

What were the consequences of the oil companies' deception?

—The consequences include rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and the loss of wildlife.

What can be done to address the impact of climate change?

—Addressing climate change requires reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and implementing sustainable practices.

00:00This video uncovers the deception of oil companies, primarily Exxon, regarding climate change.

01:09Exxon's scientists were the first to discover and present research on the link between burning fossil fuels and climate change.

03:19Exxon chose to lie and deny the scientific evidence of climate change to protect their business interests.

05:52Oil companies actively promoted climate change denial through paid advertisements and misinformation campaigns.

06:57The consequences of climate change caused by burning fossil fuels include rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and wildlife loss.