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BBC Inside Science

What makes an effective protest?

Jul 25, 2024
Sociologist Dana Fisher discusses effective protest tactics amidst climate activism. Japanese researchers create a robot face with human skin cells. The impact of methane emissions on global warming is highlighted, emphasizing the UK's lack of methane targets. Physiologist Damian Bailey shares insights on human heat tolerance.
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  • Effective protests combine insider behaviors and outsider tactics to raise awareness and support for causes.
  • Accurate tracking of methane emissions can lead to improved strategies for reducing environmental impact.

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Tactics of Climate Activists

Climate activists employ a variety of tactics to drive social change, including insider behaviors like voting and lobbying and outsider tactics such as non-violent civil disobedience. Groups like Just Stop Oil engage in civil disobedience like throwing paint or gluing themselves to objects to draw media attention and raise public awareness of issues. While these actions may not always be popular, they contribute to the movement's visibility and broader support, aiming to advance causes like addressing the climate crisis.

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