LEFT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward liberal causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information reporting that may damage liberal causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Left Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate 350 Australia as left-biased due to its advocacy for progressive environmental policies. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 2008, 350.Org is a global environmental organization active in “almost every country,” advocating against new fossil fuel projects and for renewable energy. Environmentalist Bill McKibben and his fellow university students founded the organization.
Named after the target CO2 concentration of 350 ppm, according to their About page, “Our vision is for a fairer world where communities can thrive and we are all safe from the impacts of climate change.” Rashmi Mistry chairs the organization, which is based in Boston, MA.
Read our profile on the United States government and media.
Funded by / Ownership
350.org is the parent organization of 350 Australia, a non-profit organization that operates as a 501(c)(3) entity and is funded through donations. The organization has published its financial statements, which include the IRS Form 990 and audited financial statements, for multiple years. In addition, they disclose a list of foundation donors for Fiscal Year 2021. Grants and foundations provide a significant portion of their income, accounting for around 44% of their total income in 2021. Some of the major donors include Getty, Zack, Gimbel, Open Society, Overbrook, and Sierra Club Foundations.
Analysis / Bias
350 Australia engages in campaigns to fight against climate change in Australia. Some campaigns include RISE UP 12 days of action to end coal and gas and Fix Our Climate Laws: Protect Water. They also produce detailed reports like this: Climate Science.
350 Australia upholds 350.org’s agenda in Australia. Its advocacy often challenges conservative positions on climate change, particularly those that prioritize fossil fuel industries or oppose significant environmental regulations. This stance aligns 350 Australia more closely with progressive and left-leaning environmental agendas. However, the organization’s emphasis on scientific evidence and data-driven advocacy supports a high rating for factual reporting.
Please see our full report on 350.org
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate 350 Australia as left-biased due to its advocacy for progressive environmental policies. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (M. Huitsing 04/18/2024)
Source: https://350.org.au/
Last Updated on April 18, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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