Despite 80% of UK citizens expressing concern about climate change, much of the mainstream media still downplays or distorts the crisis. Why is climate coverage often sensationalized, inconsistent, or even sidelined? And how can we reshape the narrative to inspire action rather than apathy?

At The Conduit, in partnership with The Media Society, this urgent conversation brings together key voices to unpack the complex relationship between climate and the media. We’ll explore why major outlets have cut back on dedicated climate reporting, how misinformation thrives, and what it will take to create compelling, solutions-focused journalism that resonates with a wider audience.

From the end of Sky News’ Climate Show to the struggle between science and sensationalism, we’ll explore why climate coverage often falls short—and how we can make it clearer, more accurate, and more impactful.

Event Schedule

6:00pm: Pre-event socialising and networking

A cash bar will be available for refreshments.

6:15pm: Event begins

7:30pm: Event ends

The Media Society brings together leading voices in journalism, broadcasting, and digital media to debate key industry issues, from press freedom to the future of public service broadcasting. Hosting events at top London venues, it fosters insightful discussions with influential speakers. Committed to supporting future talent, it awards a journalism bursary and hosts an annual awards dinner honouring media pioneers, with past recipients including Sir David Attenborough, Jon Snow, and Jeremy Paxman.