I Got the News: The role of media in the net zero transition

BusinessGreen staff
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WATCH: BusinessGreen editor-in-chief James Murray and Carbon Brief editor and director Leo Hickman discuss the power of journalism to shape the conversation around climate change and net zero

Journalism has a crucial role to play in shaping the conversation around climate change and the transition to net zero. So how journalists can provide accurate, impactful coverage of these issues, as well as the challenges they face in doing so?

At the recent Net Zero Festival 2023, BusinessGreen's editor in chief James Murray sat down with Leo Hickman, editor and director of award winning website Carbon Brief, to discuss the power of journalism to drive meaningful change, from uncovering the latest climate science to highlighting the human stories behind the headlines.

Their fascinating discussion can be watched back in full below.

 

With thanks to Net Zero Festival 2023's headline sponsors Innovate UK and OVO.

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