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Techno-optimist scientists less likely to take climate action, study finds
Original: Scientists who put faith in # technology less likely to take # climate action ‘Techno-optimism’ may lead to reliance on
A London School of Economics report found that scientists who place strong faith in technology are 23% less likely to sign petitions or take other climate action. Researchers warn this 'techno-optimism' may lead to reliance on unproven solutions at the expense of the societal changes needed to address the climate crisis.
Why now: A new LSE study linking faith in technology to reduced climate activism is drawing attention amid ongoing debate over technological versus societal climate solutions.
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- Scientists who put faith in # technology less likely to take # climate action ‘Techno-optimism’ may lead to reliance on unproven solutions at expense of societal changes needed Report from the London School of Economics found they are 23% less likelyto sign petitions or take… · BenjaminHCCarr@hachyderm.io · 4
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