Shell

Shell plc, formerly Royal Dutch Shell, is one of the largest multinational oil and gas companies in the world, headquartered in London, United Kingdom. Its core business revolves around the exploration, extraction, refining, and global distribution of fossil fuels—activities that have contributed significantly to global carbon emissions and environmental degradation. Operating in over 70 countries, Shell plays a major role in shaping global energy markets and infrastructure, often wielding considerable influence over policy and economics in regions where it operates. While Shell has begun investing in renewable energy—such as wind, solar, and electric vehicle infrastructure—these ventures remain a relatively small part of its overall portfolio. The company has pledged to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, but critics argue that its continued investment in new oil and gas projects undermines this goal. Shell has also been repeatedly scrutinized for its role in ecological damage, carbon pollution, and its involvement in human rights controversies, particularly in the Global South. Shell promotes its involvement in environmental and community initiatives, but many observers view these efforts as attempts at reputation management rather than genuine reform. As public and regulatory pressure mounts, Shell finds itself at a crossroads—balancing profits from fossil fuels with increasing demands for a rapid and just transition to cleaner energy. Background -Facebook/Shell/backgrounds