How YouTube’s climate deniers turned into climate doomers

Discover the frightening evolution of climate change misinformation on YouTube.
Imagine a world where everything you need is a short walk away, with no need for cars. This “15-minute city” concept is being twisted by conspiracy theorists who claim it’s part of a scheme to restrict movement and surveil people. A report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate found that climate change denial on YouTube is increasingly focused on undermining trust in climate solutions rather than denying global warming itself. As a result, these videos are not only spreading misinformation but also making significant ad revenue. The report urges platforms like YouTube to stop rewarding climate change misinformation with money and attention. In fact, Google, the owner of YouTube, has already promised to ban ads that contradict the scientific consensus on climate change, but more needs to be done to prevent the spread of false information about climate solutions.