Climate misinformation
Battling climate myths and fighting for the truth
The problem: A flood of climate misinformation is threatening to erode public support for solving the climate crisis. Often shared on social media, misleading narratives question the causes and impacts of climate change and cast doubt on effective solutions for tackling the problem. These lies spread fast — and they’re slowing environmental progress.
What we’re doing about it: EDF is part of a global coalition that’s keeping up the pressure on social media platforms to reduce climate misinformation. And — with people like you — we’re fighting for the truth. The tools and resources on this page can help you identify, report and debunk climate myths. Together, we can stop the lies.
Learn how you can combat climate myths
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on climate misinformation.
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How to tackle misinformation when it’s coming from a loved one
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The truth about solar energy compared with fossil fuels
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3 common climate lies, debunked in 30 seconds
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5 facts that set the record straight on electric vehicles in the U.S.
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EDF, Allies Join Effort to Defend EPA’s Clean Car Standards in Court
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Green Growth: New report shows how leading European companies are thriving and making climate progress
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