I can't express how deeply disgusted I am with this greedy bunch of selfish sociopaths. Only thinking at their own advantage. In German we have the expression "Nach mir die Sintflut" (literally translated: "After me follows the Deluge"), basically meaning not caring for whatever destruction follows as long there is an immediate gratification for oneself.

Why not putting that money into the development of new energy efficient industries and become a leader early on in such a field?

IMO, politicians and managers alike should be hold personally accountable for the decisions they make that affect the society at large if such a neglect and willful misguidance is given as in this case. Even better, there should be by default a clause for politicians (and industries alike) to consider the effects a decision has on at least the next two or three generations to curb the fast and quick personal gains at the expenses of the current and future people.