Meet the Climate Conmen – How fossil fuel’s fixers created a new age of disinformation
This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler
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The Web of Climate Disinformation
This chapter examines the persistent denial of climate change in the face of scientific consensus and real-world impacts, highlighting the role of disinformation during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores how various stakeholders manipulate narratives to deflect responsibility and benefit from public confusion, while also delving into the psychological factors that drive conspiratorial thinking. The chapter underscores the alarming influence of a multi-billion dollar industry that spreads misleading narratives and the challenges faced in combating corporate disinformation regarding climate science.
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