Why we overestimate the positive impact of our actions on the climate

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Aug 3, 2026, 5:10 pm114 ptsTrending
Why is recycling waste or switching off the lights sometimes perceived as more effective for the climate than giving up air travel? A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) surveyed nearly 3,000 people and identified key psychological mechanisms underlying these misperceptions. Their findings pave the way…

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