Austria’s far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) and associated groups are actively questioning the scientific consensus on human-caused climate change and opposing climate policies. The party employs rhetoric framing climate action as “climate communism” and fueling “heat panic,” effectively distorting the issue for political gain. This resistance includes skepticism towards the severity of the climate crisis and opposition to measures designed to mitigate its effects. The FPÖ’s stance is part of a broader trend of right-wing parties across Europe leveraging climate concerns to advance their agendas. Experts note this disinformation campaign aims to undermine public support for environmental regulations and policies. The party’s messaging resonates with a segment of the population concerned about the economic impacts of climate policies. This opposition presents a challenge to Austria’s efforts to meet its climate goals and participate in international climate agreements.