Americans largely support U.S. joining international efforts to address climate change
Nearly all Democrats (92%) support a U.S. role in international efforts to reduce climate change impacts, as do 53% of Republicans.
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Americans Largely Favor U.S. Taking Steps To Become Carbon Neutral by 2050
Majorities of Americans say the United States should prioritize the development of renewable energy sources and take steps toward the country becoming carbon neutral by the year 2050. But just 31% want to phase out fossil fuels completely, and many foresee unexpected problems in a major transition to renewable energy.
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Fast facts about international views of climate change as Biden attends UN COP26 conference
Recent surveys have documented how people around the world view the issue of climate change and international responses.
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Americans are less concerned – but more divided – on climate change than people elsewhere
There is minimal praise from other societies for how the United States and China are handling climate change.
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In Response to Climate Change, Citizens in Advanced Economies Are Willing To Alter How They Live and Work
Citizens offer mixed reviews of how their societies have responded to climate change, and many question the efficacy of international efforts to stave off a global environmental crisis.
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Americans’ views of key foreign policy goals depend on their attitudes toward international cooperation
Americans’ views on foreign policy priorities differ based on a number of factors, including their attitudes toward international engagement.
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Foreign policy experts in the U.S. have much different views about threats to the country than the general public
International relations experts’ assessment of the current crises facing the world are often at odds with those of the U.S. general public.
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Natural gas viewed more positively than other fossil fuels across 20 global publics
A median of 69% of adults across 20 global publics we surveyed are in favor of expanding the use of natural gas.
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Many globally are as concerned about climate change as about the spread of infectious diseases
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, people around the world are still concerned by the threat of global climate change.
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Science and Scientists Held in High Esteem Across Global Publics
Majorities across 20 publics say government investments in scientific research are worthwhile and express a lot or some confidence in scientists to do what is right for the public.
