Since Elon Musk took over Twitter in October 2022, scientists have reported a significant increase in hostility and misinformation, leading many to abandon the platform.
Peter Gleick noted that since the takeover, the vituperation and intensity of personal attacks on climate scientists have escalated dramatically, illustrating a hostile environment.
Robert Rohde's analysis revealed a steep decline in engagement for climate scientists on Twitter, as the average number of likes and retweets has dropped by over a third.
The response from Twitter's press department, characterized by its lack of substance, reflects the growing frustration of climate scientists facing organized aggression on the platform.
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