
Climate lockdowns? Nicole Schwab didn't say they were coming!
The dynamics of social media and the risky game with the truth.
Social media is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, they offer the opportunity to obtain information quickly, but on the other hand, misinformation can be spread in a matter of seconds. A current example is a video by Nicole Schwab, daughter of WEF founder Klaus Schwab.

The controversial climate video from 2020
Posts circulating on social media claim that Nicole Schwab announced “climate lockdowns” in a 2020 video. But if you look closer, you will see that this claim is not only taken out of context, but simply wrong.
HERE you can find the video in question.
What Nicole Schwab really said
In the 2020 video, which is now being shared across various platforms, Nicole Schwab talks about the need to prioritize nature conservation in the economy. She emphasizes that the time after the corona pandemic should be used to promote a more sustainable economy. There is no talk of “climate lockdowns” in this context.
She said
“This crisis has shown us that, first of all, things can shift very rapidly when we put our minds to it and when we feel the immediate emergency to our livelihoods. Secondly, the system, which you mentioned earlier, that we had before is not sustainable. So, I see it as a tremendous opportunity to have this great reset and to use the huge flows of money and the increased levers that policy makers have today in ways that were not possible before.
The goal is to create a change that is not just incremental, but one that we can look back on and say, 'This is the moment where we started to position nature at the core of the economy.' From the point of view of business and economy, there are many opportunities to create jobs and regenerate nature.
This is a mindset of innovation and technology, where business growth can have a positive impact on nature. Regenerative agriculture is a significant part of this. A key reflection point is engaging youth. I come back to this shift in mindset: can we imagine ourselves as the restoration generation?
You talked about a new humanity, and I believe we need to see ourselves as a restoration generation. I'm hopeful it's possible, but it will require a lot of will, both political and business actors, to break from business as usual in a serious manner. We need to make difficult choices; there are trade-offs, but this is our chance. This is about risk and resilience, because if we don’t act now, the coming shocks will be even worse.”
In German
“The recent crisis has shown us that things can change very quickly if we really put our minds to it and if we sense the immediate emergency to our livelihoods. Secondly, as you mentioned, it clearly shows that the current system is not sustainable. So I see it as a huge opportunity to make a big new beginning.
The massive flows of money currently circulating and the increased freedom of action that politicians have today - opportunities that were not available before - could be used to bring about change. These changes should not just be small and gradual. When we look back, we want to be able to say: “That was the moment we started putting nature at the center of the economy.”
From an economic and business perspective, there are many opportunities to create jobs while regenerating nature. This requires a reorientation of our thinking. It's about recognizing that innovation, technology and business growth can go hand in hand with a positive impact on nature. A good example of this is regenerative agriculture.
Another important point I think about is youth involvement. Could we consider ourselves a “Restoration Generation”? The idea of a new humanity that you mentioned comes to mind. Is it possible that we see ourselves as a generation of restoration? I'm optimistic that it's possible, but it will take a lot of willpower. This affects both the political will and the determination of economic actors to seriously disrupt business as usual.
We are faced with difficult decisions and have to make compromises. But now we have the chance. It's about risk and resilience. Because if we don’t act now, the coming shocks will be even more devastating.”
The manipulated narrative
Many who share the video do so without watching the full content or understanding the context. Individual statements are isolated and interpreted in such a way that they fit a preconceived opinion. This creates an echo effect, where false information is repeated and reinforced until it is perceived as “truth.”
The WEF and the “Great Reset”
In the video, Nicole Schwab mentions the “Great Reset”, a WEF concept that aims to make the global economy more sustainable after the pandemic. But this term has been misinterpreted by critics and used in conspiracy theories, creating misunderstandings and misinformation.
“The Great Reset: An opportunity for a more sustainable global economy or just a conspiracy theory?”
Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, many aspects of our lives have come into focus, and as we navigate unfamiliar challenges, many are looking for ways to shape our future. One such initiative that is generating a lot of talk is the so-called “Great Reset” proposed World Economic Forum (WEF) But what exactly is behind it and why has it caused such controversy?
The vision behind the “Great Reset”
The WEF envisions the “Great Reset” as a redesign of the post-pandemic global economy based on the principles of economic fairness and environmental sustainability. In the words of Klaus Schwab , one of the voices behind this initiative, it is about combining economic growth with a positive impact on nature and promoting regenerative agriculture. The idea is enticing: a world in which we thrive economically while healing and preserving the planet.
But in a world where conspiracy theories go as viral as viruses themselves, the idea of the “Great Reset” has been interpreted by some as a sinister plan by global elites to seek world domination. Such theories are often inaccurate and far-fetched, but lead to real concerns and fears.
The role of “The People’s Voice”
A central role in the spread of misinformation about the video was played by “The People's Voice,” a platform that has already attracted attention with questionable reports in the past. She based her claims on a video that was released a year earlier.
Fact checking and the search for the truth
In a time when information can easily be manipulated and spread, it is even more important to rely on reliable sources and critical discourse. Nicole Schwab's words were taken out of context and altered into a narrative that did not reflect her intent.
Conclusion: vigilance is required
It's time we learned to distinguish between real information and manipulated news. Nicole Schwab's video is just one example of many. It shows how important it is to always be vigilant, question information and not be fooled by misinformation. It is up to all of us to check facts and get to the truth. This is the only way we can ensure that our understanding of current events is not clouded by false narratives.
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