Scientific Panel on Information Integrity and the Climate Transition

The Problem

Climate change is among the most serious global threats to human life. It is vital that the public—and public leaders—understand the scientific consensus that has emerged about the causes of climate change, its impact on our lives and livelihoods, and the long-term benefits of acting collectively to repair damage and adapt individual and social behavior.

But public understanding of climate change is under threat, a trend that has been widely linked to the impact of social media on scientific communication and public deliberation. Information operations against climate science degrade public trust both in the political institutions that should be acting constructively, and in the scientific communities that produce new knowledge about the climate crisis.

When, how, and where can the scientific community work with public agencies, social media platforms, and other stakeholders to help defend climate science and promote public understanding of both the evidence from research and the policy options for political leaders?

The IPIE's Approach

The IPIE’s Scientific Panel on Information Integrity and the Climate Transition synthesize global research on how information environments shape public understanding of climate policy, examine the financial structures sustaining climate misinformation, and provide evidence-based recommendations for policymakers, regulators, and technology platforms.

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