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AI chatbots endorse existing climate-related policies twice as often as new proposals

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Briefings

A 2026 study analyzing multiple large language models found that AI chatbots consistently favor existing climate policies over new proposals when users seek advice. This tendency suggests AI may reinforce status quo bias, potentially hindering climate action. The research indicates a risk that AI systems might default to common, less effective solutions rather than innovative ones.

Key points

• Large language models default to existing climate policies rather than new proposals when users seek advice, favoring the status quo.
• The study analyzed multiple large language models and found this bias occurs consistently across different AI systems.

Context and limitations

Analysis covers only LLMs; findings are based on user queries rather than real-world policy outcomes; study period is limited to 2026 data.

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