The diversity problem in the energy sector

Published: June 12, 2020, 9 a.m.

Despite their recent statements supporting racial equality and diversity, energy companies have failed for years to diversify their staff. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Gavin Bade talked with people in the industry about why the energy sector lacks minority employees and leadership. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of Politico's audio department. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of Politico's audio department. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer.