In this episode of Energy Impacts with David Blackmon, David Blackmon speaks with Philip Goldberg of the Manufacturers Accountability Project about the growing wave of climate lawsuits against energy companies. They discuss the legal and economic implications, the role of federal vs. state regulations, and how these lawsuits could impact manufacturing, jobs, and consumer costs. Tune in to understand why both sides of the political aisle see fundamental flaws in this litigation strategy.

Highlights of the Podcast

00:14 – Podcast Relaunch & Guest Introduction

01:42 – The Rise of Climate Lawfare

02:18 – Background of the Manufacturers Accountability Project (MAP)

04:07 – Impact of Litigation on Businesses

05:46 – Are These Lawsuits Effective?

06:51 – The Real Goal of These Lawsuits

10:46 – History of Climate Lawsuits

13:27 – Shifting Legal Strategies

15:04 – Endgame: Will These Lawsuits Ever Stop?

19:27 – The Supreme Court & Legal Challenges

23:13 – Impact on the Manufacturing Sector

26:08 – Future of Climate Litigation & Public Involvement

27:25 – Closing Remarks & Acknowledgments