Commendable efforts have been undertaken to tackle the climate crisis. However, progress can sometimes seem slower than expected. While global political leaders and corporations have endeavoured to cut emissions and adopt more sustainable energy solutions, opinion leaders, journalists, advocacy groups, and citizens must keep the issue alive by constantly spreading awareness.
Reporting on climate issues is crucial as it can provide the impetus for real action and improve audiences’ understanding, while equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt. Journalists, therefore, have a significant role in the fight against climate change, particularly in ensuring the public comprehends what is at stake.
In this session, the panellists will discuss the need for news outlets to keep climate coverage at the forefront of their agendas, regardless of the day’s other news.