This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler
Meet the Climate Conmen – How fossil fuel’s fixers created a new age of disinformation
Dec 18, 2024
Join Jennie King, Director of Climate Disinformation Research and Policy at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue, and James Murray, environmental journalist and founder of BusinessGreen, as they unravel the tactics of climate disinformation. They discuss how fossil fuel interests manipulate narratives and the impact of misinformation on public perception. The conversation highlights emerging initiatives to ban fossil fuel ads and the importance of holding corporations accountable for their environmental claims as we strive for a sustainable future.
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- Disinformation campaigns, fueled by mistrust and political agendas, significantly undermine global efforts to combat climate change and distort public understanding of science.
- Technological advancements and grassroots movements are providing hope by driving corporate responsibility and community engagement towards sustainable solutions for climate action.
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The Urgency of Climate Change
Climate change poses a grave threat to global stability, evidenced by recent natural disasters including wildfires, hurricanes, and floods. Over 400 scientists from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warn that the planet is expected to warm significantly, surpassing the critical two-degree Celsius target. Despite international agreements like the Paris Agreement, substantial progress remains elusive for many activists. The persistent danger highlights the intersection of public health crises and geopolitical tensions, complicating our understanding and response to the climate emergency.
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