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October 24, 2023

3. Climate activism

About 2 in 10 Americans say they have participated in a form of climate activism within the past year

About 2 in 10 Americans say they have participated in a form of climate activism within the past year

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About 2 in 10 Americans say they have participated in a form of climate activism within the past year

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3. Climate activism
Share of Americans who have participated in a climate-related activity is down slightly from 2021
About 2 in 10 Americans say they have participated in a form of climate activism within the past year
28% of Americans say climate activism increases others’ support for action on this issue
Majority of Americans think climate activism is not too effective at getting elected officials to act
Democrats and young adults are most likely to say they talk about the need for action on climate change