Dan Friedkin of AS Roma celebrates with the Europe Conference League Trophy after victory the UEFA Conference League final match between AS Roma and Feyenoord at Arena Kombetare on May 25, 2022 in Tirana, Albania.

AS Roma President Dan Friedkin is seen during his arrival at Ciampino Airport on August 29, 2023, in Rome, Italy.

Houston billionaire businessman Dan Friedkin (right), pictured with son Ryan during a soccer match last year in Rome, reportedly is interested in bring an NHL franchise to Houston.

Wind turbines producing energy behind a cattle field Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, in Mart.

Billionaire Dan Friedkin is best known for his ownership of soccer teams, desire to bring pro hockey to Houston, ascent on the Forbes wealthiest people list and role in producing the TV show “Landman.”

He’s also a driving force behind banning new wind and solar energy projects in Texas, a new report shows.

Friedkin, who took over Gulf States Toyota and other investments from his father, pitches himself as a conservationist with projects in Texas and Africa. Gov. Greg Abbott and former Gov. Rick Perry appointed him to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Board after he made large campaign donations.

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He soon developed a reputation for throwing his weight around the Legislature.

Like the Billy Bob Thornton character in “Landman,” he’s got

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