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Brookfield’s Climate Paradox: Climate Pledges vs. Fossil Fuel Reality

Brookfield’s Climate Paradox Climate Pledges vs. Fossil Fuel Reality December 2023 report Private equity giant Brookfield Corporation’s vast fossil fuel investments undermine its stated commitment to tackle climate change. With over $850 billion in assets under management—and despite a declared goal…

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Carlyle’s risk increases from its gas-fired power plants

Carlyle-owned power plants declare bankruptcy, increased risk in gas fired energy generation Major private equity firm The Carlyle Group is facing increased risks from its large portfolio of gas-fired power plants. Carlyle’s Lincoln Power, based out of Illinois, filed for…

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Washington State Investment Board invested in polluting Rio Grande LNG

The Washington State Investment Board is responsible for overseeing the investment portfolios of 17 retirement plans catering to public employees, teachers, school personnel, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and judges. Additionally, we are entrusted with managing investments for several other significant…

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