There is growing pressure on Google to take more decisive action against climate misinformation, particularly on its YouTube platform. A report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) highlighted that while Google has policies against monetizing content that contradicts the scientific consensus on climate change, it continues to profit from videos that promote climate falsehoods. These videos, many of which are produced by fossil fuel companies or conservative media, have amassed millions of views, raising concerns about the effectiveness of Google's enforcement of its own policies
Critics argue that Google's reluctance to fully demonetize such content may stem from profitability motives and the desire to maintain a neutral stance, despite the implications for climate action. There are also claims that the platform inadvertently supports greenwashing, where companies appear environmentally friendly while continuing harmful practices
. As climate change impacts become more severe, many advocates are calling for stronger measures to eliminate the spread of disinformation and enhance accountability within the digital advertising ecosystem
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