At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, fossil fuel lobbyists have outnumbered delegates from many countries, drawing criticism from environmental groups. A report from Kick Big Polluters Out (KBPO) reveals that 1,773 fossil fuel lobbyists were allowed to participate, surpassing representatives from the ten most climate-vulnerable nations combined. The presence of industry insiders at the conference, including executives from major companies like TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil, raises concerns about undue influence on climate negotiations, contradicting the goals of the Paris Agreement and potentially hindering efforts to combat global warming.