The Media as One of the Factors Affecting Trust in Research Results in the Context of Climate Change Cover Image

Media jako jeden z czynników wpływających na zaufanie do wyników badań naukowych w kontekście zmian klimatu
The Media as One of the Factors Affecting Trust in Research Results in the Context of Climate Change

Author(s): Bartłomiej Łódzki
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, Media studies, Communication studies
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego
Keywords: climate change; trust; sources of knowledge; public opinion; media

Summary/Abstract: Rapid environmental change is one of the most pressing global issues today. Understanding the factors influencing trust in climate change research provides an opportunity to develop effective communication strategies and build public support for the issue. This article aims to identify the factors determining public trust in science and environmental issues. The lack of public trust in climate science hurts the willingness of individuals, specific social groups, and political actors to find actionable ways to address the problem. Low levels of public trust can lead to a lack of support for climate change policies or hinder the mobilisation of public opinion and political will to address the issue. Ideology and political views, education, cultural differences and media use patterns are among key factors influencing trust in climate change.

  • Issue Year: 2023
  • Issue No: 2 (254)
  • Page Range: 47-59
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Polish