Working paper
Hope in the Climate Crisis: A Review of the Available Evidence on Hopeful Climate Messaging and Pro-environmental Engagement
PROSPERO: International prospective register of systematic reviews, Vol.28 July 2025, CRD420251108871
University of York, Centre for Reviews and Dissemination
2025
Abstract
As climate change communication develops, there is a growing interest in using emotionally resonant messages, particularly those that inspire hope, to motivate public engagement and promote pro-environmental attitudes and behaviours. While traditional approaches often rely on fear-based or problem-focused narratives, hopeful messaging seeks to encourage agency and a sense of efficacy in addressing climate challenges. Although these messages are increasingly used in campaigns and public discourse, their effectiveness remains unclear, especially across different audiences, cultural contexts, and behavioural outcomes.
Details
- Title
- Hope in the Climate Crisis: A Review of the Available Evidence on Hopeful Climate Messaging and Pro-environmental Engagement
- Authors
- Kirsty A O'Callaghan - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global & Engagement)Navjot Bhullar - University of CanberraYumiko Coffey - University of New EnglandPatrick Nunn - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Law and Society
- Publication details
- PROSPERO: International prospective register of systematic reviews, Vol.28 July 2025, CRD420251108871
- Publisher
- University of York, Centre for Reviews and Dissemination
- Date published
- 2025
- Organisation Unit
- Australian Centre for Pacific Islands Research; Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global & Engagement); School of Law and Society; Sustainability Research Cluster
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991148040102621
- Output Type
- Working paper; Systematic Review
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