Lies of Emission
The Australian government as a source of climate misinformation and disinformation
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Through official communications that amplify fossil fuel industry narratives, exaggerate progress, and promote false solutions, it undermines science, delays decarbonisation, and legitimises fossil fuel expansion.
Addressing this requires systemic reforms to prevent and hold government accountable for misleading climate information.
This report is submitted to the Senate Inquiry into Greenwashing. The original submission and related documents can be found here.