The Brazilian government, the United Nations and UNESCO are joining forces to strengthen research and measures to address disinformation campaigns that are delaying and derailing climate action.
The aims to boost support for urgent climate action at a time when scientists are warning that the world is running out of time.
Announced at the G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro in November 2024 , the Initiative is a dedicated multilateral collaboration among States and international organizations to fund research and action promoting information integrity on climate issues.
Aiming to expand the scope and breadth of research into climate disinformation and its impacts, the effort will gather evidence from around the world to inform and bolster strategic action, advocacy and communications.
The Initiative responds to the commitment in the Global Digital Compact , adopted by United Nations Members States at the Summit of the Future in September 2024, which encourages UN entities, in collaboration with Governments and relevant stakeholders, to assess the impact of mis- and disinformation on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
