The Tech Transparency Project finds that the tech giant is part of several groups that have lobbied against climate change policies.
– an initiative of the US-based non-profit Campaign for Accountability, taking on a watchdog role over “the power, the influence and the effects of all major technology companies” – called out the company for its membership in “business associations fighting efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”
The report points out many instances in which the group has taken stances against climate change action including stating that humans’ effects on climate change is unproven, and pushing back against regulation on emissions and greenhouse gases. The group’s moves include legal battles “against attempts to regulate pollutants, often in conjunction with energy industry groups that seek to play down the importance of addressing climate change.
Outside of the US, TTP says it also found that Apple is part of group in Europe and Japan such as the Confederation of European Business, and Keidanren , both of which reportedly have a history of lobbying against climate change action. reversed its stance back in November 2021
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