A new study suggests that some US bloggers believe that the popular fantasy drama, watched by almost 20 million people, could be used to raise awareness about climate change. Manjana Milkoreit, a research fellow at Arizona State University, notes that bloggers, including scientists and science communicators, are using "Game of Thrones" to spark public conversations about the dangers of global warming. The show is part of a growing trend in climate change fiction, or "cli-fi," which aims to make the topic more engaging and accessible to a wider audience. Milkoreit explains that discussing climate change in the context of the show can help people see that there are solutions to this global issue. In the fictional world of Westeros, concerns about climate change have sparked online debates in the United States. Milkoreit, a sustainability fellow, discovered six climate-focused blogs in 2013 about "Game of Thrones," which has now increased to eight blogs. She believes that the fifth season of the show will lead to even more discussions. The blogs draw comparisons between how the people of Westeros respond to the threat of winter and how the real world responds to climate change, offering insights into the complex relationship between climate change and politics. Some bloggers suggest that the White Walkers in "Game of Thrones" may symbolize the threat of climate change, while others see the Night's Watch as representing scientists warning about impending problems. These connections to climate change in the show may not be as obvious as in movies like "The Day After Tomorrow" and "Snowpiercer," which directly address the issue. There is debate among academics about how effectively such works of fiction raise awareness and inspire action on climate change. Elizabeth Trobaugh, a teacher at Holyoke Community College, believes that they can help further the cause. She mentioned that for some viewers, climate fiction movies may just seem like action films, but for others, they serve to raise awareness about environmental issues. On the other hand, Ted Howell, who teaches a climate fiction class at Temple University, believes that some viewers may have misconceptions about the reality of climate change, thinking it will be more dramatic than it actually is. Striking a balance between entertainment and accurate science can be challenging, but Milkoreit argues that it is important to engage people in a fun and appealing way in order to effectively address climate change.