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In a world flooded with information, it has become increasingly difficult to discern fact from fiction. Especially when it comes to our understanding of nature and the Climate Crisis.
Selwin Hart, the assistant secretary general of the UN, recently raised the alarm about a ‘massive mis- and disinformation campaign’ orchestrated by fossil fuel companies to slow the global transition to green energy. This campaign exploits a psychological phenomenon known as the illusory truth effect, where repeated exposure to false information can make it seem more believable.
A recent study found that even those who support climate science can be susceptible to this effect. And it's not just fossil fuel companies fanning the flames – a third of UK teenagers now believe climate change is ‘exaggerated’ after watching certain climate-denialism YouTube videos.
With an ocean of information at our disposal, it is crucial to remember how giving equal exposure to opposing voices can dilute the fact-based messages of experts. In turn, misinformation hinders conservation efforts and the public support it relies on.
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📸: George Steinmetz
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This is to be fought with long term and short-term measures. Short term measures having ocean warriors, who shall keep vigil on the myths and shall be ready with myth busters. The long-term measure is encouraging practicing truthfulness. Practicing truthfulness helps in identifying the correct piece of information .
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Super interesting like always!
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Well written. Being "independent" doesn't mean giving all voices an equal amount of space, it's making sure that all perspectives are heard but that they are also equally questioned so that false information is filtered out.
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@Adam_Wallin Exactly! All opinions are valid but facts are facts at the end of the day 🙏👏