New Book 'Climate Porn' Targets Phony Science

Author Kevin Mooney's new book exposes how climate alarmism has become a form of 'propaganda masquerading as science'.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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In his new book 'Climate Porn', author Kevin Mooney argues that excessive climate alarmism, which he calls 'climate porn', has detrimental outcomes similar to the effects of excessive exposure to pornography. Mooney claims that climate activists inside and outside of government are motivated by political and policy ambitions rather than careful scientific inquiry, and he applauds the Trump administration's efforts to overturn the 'endangerment finding' that vilifies carbon dioxide. The book makes the case that the challenge to humanity comes not from climate change itself, but from the climate change policies that assault human freedom and expand government power.

Why it matters

This book adds to the ongoing debate around climate change science and policy, challenging the mainstream narrative and arguing that climate alarmism is being used to advance a political agenda that undermines American sovereignty, capitalism, and individual freedoms. As the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary, the book presents an opportunity to reexamine the scientific basis for climate policies and restore the ideals of the nation's founding.

The details

Mooney's book 'Climate Porn' alleges that climate activists are using propaganda and 'junk science' to make the case for greater government intervention in the private sector and expanded regulations. He claims that independently funded groups of scientists and researchers have started pushing back, with updated studies pointing to natural variability rather than human emissions as the primary drivers of warming and cooling trends. The book also applauds the Trump administration's efforts to overturn the 'endangerment finding' that vilifies carbon dioxide, which sits at the foundation of many anti-energy climate regulations.

  • The book 'Climate Porn' was released on February 14, 2026.
  • The U.S. is approaching its 250th anniversary of independence in 2026.

The players

Kevin Mooney

The author of the book 'Climate Porn', which targets what he calls 'phony science' and 'climate porn' in the classroom and in public policy.

Donald Trump

The former U.S. President whose administration took steps to overturn the 'endangerment finding' that vilified carbon dioxide, a key target of Mooney's book.

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What they’re saying

“No one in Paris, or any other foreign country or agency, should be permitted to implement new taxes in the name of climate change without a straight up and down vote in Congress. But then again, the climate movement places a premium on dismantling constitutional limited government. They tell us that climate change is a dire emergency that leaves no time for democratic debate and deliberation.”

— Kevin Mooney, Author (cfact.org)

“I represent Pittsburgh, not Paris.”

— Donald Trump (cfact.org)

What’s next

The book 'Climate Porn' is now available for purchase, providing an alternative perspective on the scientific and political debates surrounding climate change policy.

The takeaway

This book challenges the mainstream narrative on climate change, arguing that climate alarmism is being used to advance a political agenda that undermines American sovereignty, capitalism, and individual freedoms. As the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary, the book presents an opportunity to reexamine the scientific basis for climate policies and restore the ideals of the nation's founding.