Tuesday briefing: Inside the right’s heated climate-denial debate
Summary
Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought, with wildfires burning in various locations and reservoirs running low. Some media outlets and commentators are debating how to respond to climate change, with a minority arguing against efforts to reduce carbon emissions despite the clear evidence of climate impacts.Key Facts
- Half of England and all of Wales are currently declared to be in drought.
- Wildfires have affected the Cairngorms, Suffolk, and the Isle of Wight.
- Reservoir levels are low, raising concerns about water supply.
- Farmers warn there may be food shortages as a result of the heat and drought.
- The Royal Horticultural Society is considering relocating hydrangeas to cope with hotter weather.
- Some media, such as The Telegraph, suggest abandoning net zero carbon goals to adapt to a warmer climate.
- Climate denial groups argue that climate crisis warnings are exaggerated and politicized.
- Experts note that despite a minority of deniers, most people support stronger action on climate change.
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