Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

2024 is a critically important election year for the climate. As Election Day nears in the U.S., we’re providing a round-up of our election-relevant resources and insights - journalists, advocates, and others are encouraged to utilize these findings, including: - Where global warming ranks as a voter priority - What a “pro-climate” voter looks like - Voters’ #1 reason to reduce global warming - Data on climate attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors for every state and county - Tips on talking to people about climate from Yale Climate Connections Explore our work here: https://lnkd.in/eBwUmBbB

We are pleased to announce the release of a new publication in the Informal Learning Review: Museums use the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication’s Insights to Guide Their Climate Exhibits and Programs. This new study is a great read for our friends in the museum and informal education spaces, and has several key takeaways including: Many Americans want museums of all types, including natural history museums, zoos, aquaria, public gardens, art, and history to engage their communities in climate change. A growing number of museums are developing targeted and effective climate communication exhibits by using the Six Americas Super Short SurveY (SASSY) to better understand their visitors. Museums are also applying insights from social science research to break the climate spiral of silence, build social norms around taking climate action, and empower their visitors to participate in climate solutions. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWWYz43S

Climate Reporting in America:?How can local and regional newsrooms help build understanding of climate solutions in every part of the country? Join MIT's newest class of Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellows as they discuss their work on major reporting projects for news outlets across the United States, covering local implications of the transition to a clean energy economy in Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah and Oregon. Special guest moderator Lagipoiva Cherelle Jackson, Director of Climate Journalism at the Solutions Journalism Network, will lead a conversation with the MIT fellows on the diverse audiences they engaged, how they connected climate solutions to local values and priorities, and the challenges and opportunities of their climate reporting.?Wednesday, October 16, 1:00-2:30 PM EDT.?Register here: https://lnkd.in/e_dHHRkK

A new study finds that by implementing wealth and corporate taxes and cutting fossil fuel subsidies, rich countries could raise up to $5 trillion annually—about five times the $1 trillion requested by developing nations for climate mitigation and adaptation. Eliminating fossil fuel subsidies would save $846 billion globally, while taxing fossil fuel extraction could generate an additional $618 billion worldwide. This new study comes as governments convene this week at the UN General Assembly to discuss climate priorities. https://lnkd.in/ePgGPdQU

We asked our Puerto Rican readers how they keep themselves and loved ones safe during power outages, which are an all-too-frequent occurrence in the archipelago. Here are their answers: ?? https://lnkd.in/enXWvRxu

California’s Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Exxon Mobil: The case accuses the oil giant of intentionally deceiving the public about plastic recycling by promoting false beliefs that single-use plastics would be recycled, even though only a small fraction actually is. This represents a new legal tool to hold oil companies for environmental damage. Over two dozen state and local governments have sued corporations for their role in the climate crisis, arguing that the companies deceived the public in a quest for profit. However, experts have warned that California’s lawsuit faces “an uphill battle” despite clear evidence that plastic makers have been dishonest about the challenges of recycling plastic. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dUE9P9DH

What are the main reasons American voters want to reduce global warming? And have those reasons changed since 2017? Our latest study has several takeaways, including: - When asked to choose their most important reasons to reduce global warming, U.S. voters’ top choice is ”to provide a better life for our children and grandchildren.” This reason is the top choice over time and across party/ideology groups. - Reasons for climate action that reflect conservative values, such as reducing dependence on foreign oil, have lost support since 2017, especially among Republicans. - Since 2017, more U.S. voters say one of their top reasons to reduce global warming is to prevent extreme weather events or to protect people around the world from poverty and starvation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dR8MeW-Q

Registration for the Educating for Climate Action Summit at Climate Week NYC is now live! I am so looking forward to hearing from an excellent lineup of speakers from across the formal and informal education sectors including: ? Tecumseh Ceaser, Indigenous artist, cultural consultant, and Wampum Carver ? Meredith McDermott, Director of Sustainability, NYC Department of Education ? Jainey Bavishi, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Deputy Administrator of NOAA ? Dr. Jane Lubchenco, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (invited) ? Over 40 youth, education, and governmental leaders I will also be leading a workshop on knowing your audience with the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication's research and tools and how this can help empower effective climate communicators in the classroom and beyond. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dz_Pw2ym Date: Tuesday, Sep 24 Venue: Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian in Lower Manhattan

A new study published in Science reveals that while 1,500 climate policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions have been implemented globally over the past two decades, only 63 policies, or about 4%, have substantially reduced emissions. Most successful emissions reductions were achieved through price instruments like carbon pricing, energy taxes, and subsidy reforms, often combined across multiple national policies rather than relying on a single approach. Researchers found if every country were to adopt best practices, up to 41% of the emissions gap could be closed by 2030. However, the study is not without its limitations, with researchers noting the analysis' exclusion of agriculture and land use policy due to insufficient data as well as the lack of representation of many countries Global South, especially those in Africa and Latin America. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZy8zmWD via The New York Times

With the upcoming election, the future of U.S. #climatepolicy hinges on who takes office. Join our #ClimateWeekNYC webinar on Wednesday, September 25th, to discover which messaging and strategies will remain effective, no matter the results. We’ll explore how different outcomes could affect key policies like the IRA, influence markets, and shape public opinion and activism. Hear from our expert panelists: ?? Examine the most effective climate communication strategies this election season with Justin Worland, Senior Correspondent at TIME, as he shares insights from his extensive reporting. ?? Gain data-based insights on the best messaging strategies for reaching different audiences from Joshua Low, Partnerships Director at the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication. ?? Learn how #climatetech investors are adapting their communication strategies with Jenn Beening, Content Lead at MCJ. ? Discover which messaging around home #electrification, #energyefficiency, and other climate issues have sparked the most engagement during this election season with McKenna Dunbar, Building Electrification Lead at Sierra Club. ?? Navigate the heightened complexities of #climatecommunications amid political uncertainty with our moderator, Josh Garrett, CEO and co-founder of Redwood Climate Communications. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gGMWZeWQ