Our Programs
We put the science of climate communication to work.
Our programs translate decades of social science research into partnerships, tools, and initiatives that help trusted voices communicate climate change more effectively and build public understanding of equitable climate solutions.
Whether we’re working with journalists, physicians, community leaders, policymakers, or researchers, every program shares the same goal: helping people make informed decisions through evidence-based communication.
Our Flagship Programs
Climate Change in the American Mind
Understanding what Americans think, feel, and believe about climate change.
Our nationally recognized surveys provide researchers, journalists, policymakers, and communicators with trusted insights into public attitudes and engagement with climate change.
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Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health
Mobilizing health professionals as trusted climate communicators.
The Consortium works with physicians, nurses, public health leaders, and medical societies to communicate the health impacts of climate change and the health benefits of climate solutions.
republicEn
Building climate leadership across the political spectrum.
Led by former Congressman Bob Inglis, republicEn engages conservative audiences and elected officials through values-based communication that emphasizes stewardship, innovation, and free-market climate solutions. Visit republicEn
Climate Matters
Helping journalists communicate climate with confidence.
Climate Matters equips television weathercasters and journalists with localized climate reporting resources, scientific expertise, and communication tools that connect climate change to people’s everyday lives.
One Mission. Many Pathways.
Every Mason 4C program begins with research and leads to real-world impact
Explore Our Past Programs
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Community Resilience Insights and Survey Project (CRISP)Adapting to our rapidly evolving world requires collective human effort and insight into the drivers and barriers to resilience. |
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4D Project: Countering MisinformationThis project investigates ways to combat misinformation and debunk climate myths. |
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National Park Service InternshipOur climate communication internship program with NPS elevates the climate stories of our national parks. |
Research in Action
Our work extends beyond our flagship initiatives through collaborative research, partnerships, education, and public engagement.
Research
Our programs put our research into action. For almost 20 years, 4C has conducted rigorous social science research to better understand how people think about and respond to climate change.
Collaborations
From NGOs and the private sector to universities and government organizations — 4C collaborates with organizations across sectors to advance evidence-based climate communication.
Student Opportunities
Through our graduate research opportunities and undergraduate work-study positions, we actively support the next generation of climate communication scholars and practitioners.
Support 4C
The work of Mason 4C is made possible through generous philanthropic support. You can support our research and programs directly through a tax-deductible donation processed by the George Mason University Foundation.