Heartland Institute Hosts Climate Denial Conference Amid Rising Influence in Washington
A conference organized by the Heartland Institute, a think tank known for its climate change denial stance, was held in Washington, D.C., drawing attention due to its timing and the participation of key figures in the current administration. The event, attended by climate skeptics and deniers, featured Lee Zeldin, the current administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as a keynote speaker. Zeldin, who is reportedly being considered for the position of attorney general by President Trump, emphasized a shift away from what he described as 'blind obedience' to climate science. The conference was marked by displays and materials promoting the idea that climate change is not a crisis, with slogans like 'CO2 is a lifesaver' and 'Fossil fuels are the greenest energy source.' The Heartland Institute, which has historically received funding from major oil companies and Republican donors, is experiencing increased influence under the Trump administration, as evidenced by its involvement in policy di... 
