Lies, Damn Lies, and Elections: What the U.S. vote and disinformation means for climate action in Australia

What does the US election outcome mean for climate? How much did mis- and dis-information pollute the result? 

And with our own federal election looming, what can we do to ensure disinformation doesn’t undermine support for climate action here in Australia?

Join us at this exclusive webinar, where our panel of experts will unpack what the new US president means for global climate action, and the role that mis- and dis-information played in influencing the election result. 

We’ll highlight examples of myths and mistruths circulating here in Australia, and share practical tips and evidence-based tools to help you separate fact from fiction. 

Finally, we’ll go behind-the-scenes to show you how the Climate Council is fighting back against mis- and disinformation from vested interests trying to delay Australia's switch to clean energy, and how we’re working to provide Australians with the truth on climate before they head to the polls at this crucial upcoming federal election. 

Speakers:

• Dr. Wesley Morgan, international climate policy expert and Climate Council Fellow
• Dinah Arndt, Head of Strategic Communications, Climate Council
• Dr Bowen Fung, cognitive scientist, The Behavioural Insights Team

Facilitator:

• Amanda McKenzie, Chief Executive Officer, Climate Council