Musk's Fossil Fuel Enigma: A Billion Dollar Blind Spot in the Climate Conversation The revelation that Elon Musk quietly acquired APR Energy, a medium sized fossil fuel energy company, in May has left many perplexed.
On one hand, this move appears to contradict Musk's well documented environmental ambitions and his vocal criticism of carbon intensive industries.
It raises questions about how someone who claims to be leading the charge against climate change can also hold a significant stake in a company that relies on fossil fuels for its operations.