A Future for the Climate: Devolution and Participation in Climate Documentaries

ELKE WEISSMANN, Belinda Tyrrell

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Abstract

Climate change is often reported in the context of wildfires and floods. Unfortunately, the persistent focus on disasters can lead to eco-anxiety. As a counterbalance reports of community climate action can give hope and inspire others to do more.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationToxic News?
Subtitle of host publicationCovering Climate Change
EditorsJohn Mair, John Ryley, Andrew Beck
Place of PublicationLondon
PublisherBite-Sized Books Ltd
Chapter11
Pages107-115
Number of pages9
ISBN (Print)978-1-7395253-4-7
Publication statusPublished - 18 Oct 2023

Keywords

  • climate change
  • documentary
  • television
  • local television
  • communities
  • net zero

Research Groups

  • Television Studies Research Group
  • SustainNET

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

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