Energy Transfer, a Dallas pipeline company owned by billionaire Kelcy Warren, is suing Greenpeace USA for $300 million, claiming the organization incited protests and spread misinformation against its Dakota Access Pipeline project, which was a focal point for environmental activism in 2016. The lawsuit, scheduled for trial in February 2025, threatens Greenpeace USA with bankruptcy, although Greenpeace’s international operations remain unaffected. Patrick Moore, a co-founder of Greenpeace, expressed his hope that the organization loses the lawsuit, criticizing it for allegedly ignoring scientific facts and promoting damaging policies. Energy Transfer's previous attempt to sue Greenpeace under federal RICO laws was dismissed, prompting the current state court action. The company argues that Greenpeace's actions delayed the pipeline's construction and caused significant financial harm. Greenpeace has labeled the lawsuit as a meritless attack on free speech and public protest rights.