Media Misrepresentation Undermines Global Environmental Policy

This study examines how the misuse and oversimplification of environmental terminology by the media impacts public perception and policy formulation. It highlights the gap between scientific realities and public understanding, showing that inaccurate media representations can lead to misinformed opinions and weak policy responses. By analyzing case studies, the research reveals that such media practices result in policy inaction, public skepticism, and polarized discourse. The findings emphasize the need for accurate environmental reporting and improved media literacy to foster informed public discourse and effective policy-making. Highlights: Inaccurate media leads to misinformed public and ineffective policies. Oversimplification causes skepticism and polarized environmental discourse. Accurate reporting and media literacy bridge science-public understanding gap. Keywords: Media Misrepresentation, Environmental Terminology, Public Perception, Policy Formulation, Media Literacy

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