Burning Question: Propaganda and the Denial of Climate Change, A

Synopsis: Climate change has been hailed as "the biggest challenge to mankind in human history" and has also been called "the biggest swindle". Today many people are confused as to what climate change is and what consequences lie ahead for Ireland in the near and distant future. In this documentary Duncan Stewart explores the gap between public perceptions of climate change, what the scientists are trying to tell us, and what role the media are playing. Paleoclimatologist Professor Jennifer McElwain examines the Earth’s history using evidence found in fossilised plants and argues that climates have changed before. Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon stresses the urgency of dealing with climate change. President Mary Robinson explains why public confusion still exists and who is responsible.
Language: English
Country: United States
Year of release: 2012
Year of production: 2012
Documentation: Transcript available.
Subjects: Environmental science
Keywords: climate change; meteorology

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