Misinformation erodes climate consensus belief.
Misinformation about climate change reduces perceived scientific consensus, lowering belief in human-caused climate change and support for action.
Why it matters
- Misinformation weakens trust in climate science.
- It reduces support for climate action.
By the numbers
- Two experiments with 207 and 755 participants.
- Misinformation significantly reduced perceived consensus.
The big picture
- Misinformation can have real-world consequences on climate action support.
- Even brief exposure can weaken trust in climate science.
What they're saying
- Comments highlight that misinformation and propaganda are effective.
- References to tactics like "Doubt is their product."
Caveats
- The study used different designs and measures, making direct comparisons difficult.
- Samples were not representative of the general population.
What’s next
- Further research on individual traits that may make people more or less susceptible to misinformation.