Sweden is the country in Europe where the most false information about wind power is spread, according to a new study by WindEurope. The report identified approximately 6,900 posts from Sweden containing false or misleading claims about wind energy.
The study, titled 'Wind Dis- and Misinformation – Undermining Europe’s Security and Competitiveness', was conducted by WindEurope in collaboration with CASM Technology. It analyzed nearly 43,000 posts from 573 accounts, pages, and groups across Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn during the period May 2024 to February 2026. The analysis focused on posts containing false or misleading information about wind power in social media groups, according to WindEurope.
Other countries with high levels of wind power disinformation include France, Norway, Finland, the United Kingdom, and Germany, the study found. The false or misleading posts covered topics such as wind power's impact on health, the electricity system, the environment, and the economy. WindEurope stated that the disinformation is believed to be spread in order to influence the expansion of wind power.
The study did not specify which false narratives are most common in Sweden, nor did it identify who is behind the disinformation campaigns. The impact of this disinformation on wind power expansion in Sweden remains unclear. The definition of 'false or misleading information' used in the study was not detailed, and no specific measures to counter the disinformation were mentioned in the report. The report highlights that disinformation can undermine public support for wind energy, which is crucial for Europe's energy transition and security. WindEurope emphasized the need for fact-based discussions to ensure the continued expansion of wind power across the continent.