The Power of Public Opinion in Latin American Climate Policy

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October 12, 2023 | Public opinion shapes what governments can do to cope with the current climate crisis. How do Latin Americans form their beliefs about climate change and assess associated risks? What strategies are climate skeptics using to garner public support in the region, and how can advocates respond? How do the people of Latin America react to international climate criticism, and what opportunities exist for global engagement? Drawing on new survey data, this talk will explore the dynamic interplay between public sentiment and climate action, shedding light on the strategies employed by both domestic and international actors to sway public support and the measures their opponents take to counteract them. The Georgetown Americas Institute (GAI) is pleased to host a discussion on the role of public opinion in climate policy with Matias Spektor, GAI resident fellow and leading expert on climate politics in Latin America, moderated by Denisse Yanovich, GAI managing director.