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Shell to Sun: Drop Dead — Oil Giant Ditches Brazil’s Solar Projects Because Clean Energy Doesn’t Bleed Enough Cash

So here we are. Another day, another reminder that Shell remains a gold-standard sin stock — greed-fueled, PR-polished, and morally bankrupt, backed by some of the world’s biggest investors who talk green while banking on black gold.

Well, well, well. Who could’ve possibly guessed that Shell — the benevolent guardian of our planet’s fossil-fueled future — has once again decided that renewable energy just isn’t oily enough?

In an absolutely shocking (read: entirely predictable) move, Shell announced it’s ditching its solar and onshore wind power generation projects in Brazil. Why? Because apparently, saving the planet is just not generating the same kind of “sufficient returns” as, say, torching it for profit. read more

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Shell’s Billion-Dollar Bonanza: Profits Over Planet, Again

Shell is once again proving that nothing—not plummeting profits, climate devastation, or public outrage—will stop it from showering its investors with cash. Despite a “disappointing” $23.7 billion in profits for 2024 (down from the nearly $40 billion bonanza in 2022), Shell still managed to cough up $22.5 billion for its investors, because when you’re one of the world’s most notorious polluters, keeping shareholders happy always comes before keeping the planet habitable. read more

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New York City Takes on Big Oil and Gets Smacked by Big Oil Logic

Posted by John Donovan; 15 January 25

In the latest episode of “Corporate Giants Always Win,” New York City’s lawsuit against the holy trinity of environmental destruction—Exxon, BP, and Shell—was dismissed faster than you can say “greenwashing.” If you thought justice might take a stand against these polluting powerhouses, think again. Turns out, climate accountability in the U.S. courts is just a mirage, much like Shell’s commitment to renewable energy.

The Case: New York vs. Oil Titans read more

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Shell and Its Sinister Backpedal on Renewables

Posted by John Donovan: 27 Dec 2024

In the grand theater of “profit before planet,” Shell—the poster child for greed, pollution, and shameless hypocrisy—has outdone itself. Once strutting around with lofty promises of becoming a world leader in clean energy, Shell has now quietly tossed its renewable ambitions into the trash can, along with any pretense of caring about the climate crisis. Instead, it’s all about fattening profits with oil and gas, the dirtiest of dirty fuels.

“Net Zero by 2050”: The Joke That Writes Itself read more

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WTF Shell? The Oil Giant’s New Motto: Screw the Planet, Show Me the Money

Posted by John Donovan: 5 Dec 2024

In a breathtaking display of corporate greed dressed up as “strategic review,” Shell—the world’s favourite villain in the game of Destroy the Planet for Profit—has decided it’s no longer interested in leading the transition to clean energy. Why? Because it turns out offshore wind doesn’t print money fast enough for CEO Wael Sawan, whose vision for the future seems to be a fossil-fueled inferno of record profits.

Let’s break this down. Shell, once pretending to dabble in saving the planet with its renewable energy division, is now gutting it for parts. Shell Energy—the division responsible for renewables, power generation, and supply—is being hacked into two Frankenstein-like units: power generation and trading. Because, hey, why bother with innovation when you can shuffle papers and call it a strategy? read more

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Shell’s Windy Greenwashing: Atlantic Shores ‘Clean Energy’ Project Approved—Because Nothing Says Environmental Stewardship Like an Oil Giant

8 Oct 2024

Hold the applause, everyone—Shell, the fossil fuel Goliath, is here to save the environment! Yes, you read that right. The same company that’s been profiting off the destruction of the planet for over a century now wants you to believe they’re the heroes of the renewable energy story. So grab some popcorn and prepare for the spectacle as Shell, the world’s favorite oil-soaked villain, receives federal approval for two offshore wind farms. Because, sure, we’ll all forget about their endless pollution now that they’re planting a few turbines in the Atlantic. read more

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Shell Hands Its €26 Billion Pension Fund to BlackRock

Shell Hands Its €26 Billion Pension Fund to BlackRock – Because Who Better to Handle Your Retirement Than the World’s Greediest Oil Giant and a Wall Street Vampire?

In yet another episode of Shell Plays Hot Potato with Billions, the ultimate sin stock has decided to hand over its €26 billion Dutch pension fund to none other than BlackRock, that benevolent bastion of corporate greed. Shell, the company with a glorious history of collaborating with Nazis, testing carcinogens on its own employees (because, why not?), and using its in-house spy firm, Hakluyt, to target environmentalists like Greenpeace, is now letting BlackRock manage the retirement dreams of its workers. You know, just in case their existing sins weren’t enough to leave a lasting legacy of moral bankruptcy. read more

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Shell Faces a Flood of Climate Lawsuits: Is Homicide Next for the Sin Stock of the Century?

Well, well, well—if it isn’t Shell, our favorite greedy, ruthless, polluting oil giant, swimming neck-deep in climate lawsuits while pretending to care about the planet.

The courts are now one of the hottest battlegrounds in the war against planet-warming emissions, and Shell is right there in the spotlight, along with its fossil fuel cronies. At least 86 lawsuits have been filed globally against these fossil fuel dinosaurs, and guess who’s leading the pack? Yep, Shell—because being the biggest sinner in the “sin stock” hall of fame comes with perks like endless court cases!

The lawsuits against Shell aren’t just about some little spills (although they’ve left enough oil slicks to fill an ocean)—they’re about climate damage. A 2021 ruling by a Dutch court ordered Shell to reduce its emissions by 45% by 2030, which Shell, in true corporate villain fashion, promptly appealed. Why? Because making real changes would be inconvenient for Shell’s profit-driven soul. Instead, their spokeswoman offered some condescending drivel about how “smart policy from government and action from all sectors” is the way forward. Translation: “Please don’t make us actually take responsibility—we’d rather just keep paying off politicians.” read more

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Shell to “Go Green” in Germany with Hydrogen While Still Polluting the Planet: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Shell, the ultimate sin stock, is trying to convince us that they’re oh-so-green now.

Posted by John Donovan: 12 Sept 24

Oh, look, Shell is making another bold attempt to fool us all into thinking they care about the environment. The latest PR stunt? They’ve hired Australian energy services provider Worley to help transform one of their oil plants in Germany into a base oil production unit—oh, and by the way, it’ll also produce a little hydrogen, because, you know, greenwashing is in vogue these days.

Worley’s grand task? First, convert Shell’s Energy and Chemicals Park Rheinland near Cologne into a sustainable oil production paradise that’ll somehow cover 9% of the EU’s and 40% of Germany’s base oil needs. That’s right, folks: Shell is “going green” by—wait for it—producing more oil. What a time to be alive. read more

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How Does Shell Justify Its Role in Contributing to Climate Change?

How Does Shell Justify Its Role in Contributing to Climate Change, Given the Overwhelming Scientific Consensus on the Impacts of Fossil Fuels? With a mix of denial, deflection, and just enough greenwashing to keep the PR machine humming.

Ah, Shell, our dear old friend. The company that gave the world not just oil, but a masterclass in corporate acrobatics. You’ve got to hand it to them: it takes some serious chutzpah to pump out billions of barrels of oil while also pretending to care about the planet they’re actively setting on fire. So, how exactly does Shell justify its role in contributing to climate change? Grab your popcorn, because this is where the real entertainment begins.

Step 1: Acknowledge the Obvious (But Not Really) read more

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BlackRock Advisors UK and Shell Plc: A Satirical Examination of Their Partnership

Posted by John Donovan: 8 Aug 2024

BlackRock Advisors UK, a significant subsidiary within the BlackRock conglomerate, holds a notable stake in Shell Plc. This relationship is a blend of financial strategy and environmental irony, marked by BlackRock’s influence over Shell’s decisions and the inherent contradictions in their purported commitments to sustainability.

The Influence of BlackRock Advisors UK

Strategic Investment—Conflicted Commitments:

BlackRock Advisors UK manages a portion of BlackRock’s vast portfolio, and its investment in Shell reflects a strategic choice aimed at balancing risk and returns. However, this financial interest reveals a deep irony: BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, often vocal about its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, remains heavily invested in one of the planet’s most notorious polluters. It’s a classic case of “do as I say, not as I do.” read more

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Geode Capital Management and Shell Plc: A Satirical Exploration of Their Relationship

Posted by John Donovan: 8 Aug 2024

Geode Capital Management, an asset management firm renowned for its expertise in index funds, holds a significant stake in Shell Plc. With 0.74% of Shell’s shares in its portfolio, Geode’s involvement with the oil giant is an intriguing mix of financial strategy and environmental irony. This article delves into the depths of the relationship between Geode and Shell, exploring the influence Geode wields, the inherent tensions, and the delightful paradoxes that characterize this partnership.

The Influence of Geode Capital Management read more

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Vanguard Global Advisers LLC and Shell Plc: A Satirical Dive into Their Corporate Tango

Posted by John Donovan: 8 Aug 2024

Vanguard Global Advisers LLC, a titan in the asset management world, holds a notable 0.98% stake in Shell Plc. This strategic investment puts Vanguard in a fascinating position of influence over Shell, a company infamous for its environmental controversies. This article explores the depths of the relationship between Vanguard and Shell, shedding light on the sway Vanguard holds, the inevitable tensions, and the delightful irony of a green champion investing in a major polluter. read more

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Legal & General Investment Management Ltd and Shell Plc: A Satirical Look at Their Complicated Relationship

Posted by John Donovan: 8 Aug 2024

When Legal & General Investment Management Ltd (LGIM), one of the largest asset managers in Europe, decided to buy into Shell Plc, the relationship was bound to be complex. Holding a 1.30% stake in the oil giant, LGIM’s role in Shell’s strategic decisions has been both influential and, at times, ironically contradictory. This article delves into the depths of this relationship, examining LGIM’s sway over Shell and the inevitable tensions that have surfaced, all with a satirical twist. read more

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Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) and Shell Plc: A Critical Examination of Their Relationship

POSTED BY JOHN DONOVAN: 8 AUG 2024

In the high-stakes world of global finance, Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) stands out as a major player with its 3.00% stake in Shell Plc. As the entity responsible for managing Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, NBIM’s investment in Shell reveals a fascinating interplay of power, influence, and hypocrisy. Let’s dive into the dynamics of this relationship, explore the influence NBIM wields over Shell, and uncover any tensions that have arisen over time. read more

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Shell Slashes Jobs in Offshore Wind, Because Who Needs Clean Energy Anyway?

According to some sneaky insiders who prefer to remain anonymous (probably to keep their jobs), the British oil giant will start swinging the axe within months, mostly targeting European employees.

Posted by John Donovan: 29 May

Shell Plans to Axe Offshore Wind Jobs as CEO Sawan Doubles Down on Oil Profits

In a move that’s sure to surprise absolutely no one, Shell Plc is gearing up to lay off staff from its offshore wind division. Chief Executive Officer Wael Sawan, who seems to think that renewable energy is just a passing fad, is steering the company away from the costly business of saving the planet.

According to some sneaky insiders who prefer to remain anonymous (probably to keep their jobs), the British oil giant will start swinging the axe within months, mostly targeting European employees. read more

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