{"query_echo":{"q":"","filters":{"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},"warnings":[]},"total":{"value":396,"relation":"eq"},"page":9,"page_size":20,"self":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/api/v1/search?analysis_type=public+opinion+survey&page=9","next":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/api/v1/search?analysis_type=public+opinion+survey&page=10","stability":"beta","ai_marking":{"digital_source_type":{"uri":"http://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/digitalsourcetype/trainedAlgorithmicMedia","name":"Created using Generative AI"},"notice":"Summary and key insights are generated using artificial intelligence."},"results":[{"id":"commyale-000278","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000278","title":"Politics & Global Warming","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-12","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/app/uploads/2021/01/politics-global-warming-december-2020b.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A December 2020 survey of 949 registered U.S. voters reveals broad support for clean energy development and various climate policies, though significant partisan divides remain regarding the urgency of global warming and specific regulatory measures. While majorities support transitioning to 100% clean energy by 2050 and participating in the Paris Climate Agreement, support for fossil fuel expansion remains higher among Republicans. The report also highlights a general consensus on the importance of infrastructure investment and climate education in schools.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A majority of registered voters view clean energy and global warming as government priorities, with 66% stating that developing clean energy sources should be a \"high or very high priority for the president and Congress\" and 53% saying the same for global warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is strong bipartisan support for several clean energy and efficiency policies, including tax rebates for energy-efficient vehicles or solar panels (82%), funding for renewable energy research (82%), and stronger energy efficiency standards for new buildings (86%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Registered voters show significant support for transitioning the U.S. economy to 100% clean energy by 2050 (72%) and for the U.S. to participate in the Paris Climate Agreement (75%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Public opinion on fossil fuel production is divided; while 40% support drilling and mining fossil fuels on public land and 47% support offshore drilling, only 28% support drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A majority of registered voters (66%) support the Green New Deal, although only 18% of respondents report having heard \"a lot\" about the proposal.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Regarding the economic impact of the energy transition, 56% of voters believe clean energy policies will improve economic growth and create jobs, and 61% believe clean energy production will create more new jobs than fossil fuel production.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is broad support for government investment in infrastructure (68%), with the highest priorities being roads, bridges, and highways (93%) and public water supply systems (90%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A majority of registered voters (64%) believe the U.S. should reduce greenhouse gas emissions regardless of the actions of other countries, and 70% believe corporations and industry should do more to address global warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is strong support (78%) for schools teaching children about the causes, consequences, and potential solutions to global warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-9","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Global warming was an important factor in the 2020 election for 48% of registered voters, though this was heavily split by party, with 74% of Democrats and only 24% of Republicans citing it as important.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000278#insight-10","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["clean energy","renewable energy","carbon dioxide emissions","carbon tax","energy efficiency","electric vehicle","fossil fuel","Paris Agreement","Green New Deal","greenhouse gas emissions","climate education","infrastructure investment","climate finance"],"geography_discussed":["People's Republic of China","Alaska"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commgmu-000009","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commgmu-000009","title":"Shifting Views of an Ideal Society in the U.S.","publisher":{"name":"Center for Climate Change Communication","organization":"center-for-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-11-11","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.gmu.edu/all/shifting-views-of-an-ideal-society-in-the-u-s/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds a growing divide in cultural worldviews between U.S. Democrats and Republicans. Since 2008, Democrats have become more egalitarian and less individualistic, increasing their support for government intervention to solve societal problems. In contrast, Republicans' views have remained largely static and individualistic. This divergence suggests that achieving a bipartisan consensus on climate change solutions may be increasingly difficult due to conflicting fundamental beliefs about the role of government.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000009#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Between 2008 and 2020, Democrats—particularly liberal Democrats—shifted toward a more egalitarian and less individualistic worldview, while Republicans' views remained mostly static.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000009#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Support for the government guaranteeing all basic human needs (food, housing, health care, and education) rose significantly among liberal Democrats by 21 percentage points from 2008 to 2020, reaching 83% in 2020. Conversely, support for this view decreased among liberal/moderate Republicans (by 6 points) and conservative Republicans (by 5 points).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000009#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is a widening gap regarding the role of government in solving problems; Democrats are increasingly opposed to the idea that the government should spend less time fixing people's problems, while Republicans strongly support that view.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000009#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The divergence in cultural worldviews makes building a bipartisan consensus on climate change more challenging, as the two parties hold increasingly different views on the government's role in addressing such problems.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000009#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","environmental regulation"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey","longitudinal analysis"]},{"id":"commyale-000078","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000078","title":"Shifting Views of an Ideal Society in the U.S.","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-11-11","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/shifting-views-of-an-ideal-society-in-the-u-s/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds a growing divide in cultural worldviews between U.S. Democrats and Republicans. Since 2008, Democrats, particularly liberal Democrats, have become more egalitarian and less individualistic, increasing their support for government-guaranteed basic needs and wealth redistribution. In contrast, Republicans have remained highly individualistic, favoring individual liberty and opposing government intervention. 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As of 2020, 54% of Americans are either Alarmed or Concerned, while the Alarmed group has more than doubled in size over five years. Despite this growth, many in the Concerned and Cautious groups still perceive climate change as a future problem rather than a current threat.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000157#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"As of 2020, a majority of Americans (54%) are categorized as either 'Alarmed' or 'Concerned', while the 'Doubtful' and 'Dismissive' groups together make up 18% of the population. 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Risk perceptions are heavily influenced by local geography, with residents in the West fearing droughts and wildfires, those in the Midwest fearing flooding, and those in the East and Southeast fearing hurricanes. While 56% of Americans view extreme weather as a high or moderate risk to their community over the next decade, the specific concerns vary by state, often reflecting local experiences with 'Billion Dollar Disaster Events'.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000141#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Approximately 64% of Americans believe that global warming is affecting weather in the United States, with 32% stating it affects it 'a lot', 25% 'some', and 7% 'a little'.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000141#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Public risk perceptions of extreme weather are strongly tied to geographic region: residents in the Midwest are most concerned with flooding, those in the East and Southeast with hurricanes, and those in southern and western states with heat-related events such as wildfires, droughts, and water shortages.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000141#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Specific state-level data shows high concentrations of concern: 85% of California respondents are most worried about droughts, 76% of North Carolina respondents about hurricanes, and 96% of Floridians about hurricanes.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000141#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A majority of Americans (56%) perceive extreme weather as posing a 'High' or 'Moderate risk' to their community over the next 10 years, while 37% perceive it as a 'Low' (31%) or 'No' (7%) risk.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000141#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","extreme weather event","drought","wildfire","flood","hurricane","water scarcity","extreme heat"],"geography_discussed":["California","Washington","Michigan","Illinois","North Carolina","Virginia","Florida","Midwestern United States","Southwest"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000009","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000009","title":"Do Americans support voting by mail to limit the spread of coronavirus infections?","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"fact sheet","language":"en","date_published":"2020-07-10","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/do-americans-support-voting-by-mail-to-limit-the-spread-of-coronavirus-infections/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A survey conducted in April 2020 found that 78% of Americans nationally support ensuring all citizens can vote by mail to limit COVID-19 infections. 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The range of support across all 50 states varied by no more than 9 percentage points.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000009#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The lowest levels of support for voting by mail were recorded in Kentucky (73%), and Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi (each 74%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000009#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"States that had already implemented vote-by-mail systems prior to the pandemic showed some of the highest support levels, including Hawaii (82%), Colorado (78%), and Washington, Oregon, and California (each 80%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000009#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":[],"geography_discussed":["Colorado","Hawaii","Oregon","Utah","Washington","Kentucky","Tennessee","Alabama","Mississippi","California"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"wwf-000130","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/wwf-000130","title":"COVID-19 and Wildlife Trade: Perspectives and Proposed Actions","publisher":{"name":"WWF International","organization":"wwf-international"},"document_type":"statement","language":"en","date_published":"2020-07-09","source_url":"https://www.worldwildlife.org/statements/covid-19-and-wildlife-trade-perspectives-and-proposed-actions/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"WWF International calls for urgent global action to mitigate zoonotic disease risks by closing high-risk wildlife markets and stopping illegal trade. The organization advocates for a holistic approach that combines law enforcement, demand reduction, and the protection of natural ecosystems to prevent future pandemics. The document specifically highlights the need for the United States to provide strategic resources and diplomatic leadership, and presents survey data showing strong public support for closing illegal wildlife markets in several Asian regions.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000130#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Preventing future pandemics requires a holistic strategy focused on five areas, with immediate priorities including the closure of high-risk markets in densely populated urban areas, cracking down on illegal and unregulated trade that lacks veterinary checks, and stopping the online sale of high-zoonotic-risk animals.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000130#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A March 2020 GlobeScan survey of 5,000 respondents across Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam revealed that 93% of people in the four regions with active wildlife markets support government efforts to close all illegal and unregulated markets selling wild animals.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000130#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Global systemic changes are necessary to address environmental drivers of pandemics, specifically by stopping land conversion, deforestation, and fragmentation of natural ecosystems while ensuring a sustainable and just economic recovery.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000130#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The United States is urged to adopt a whole-of-government approach, which could include creating a Zoonotic Disease Task Force, updating the END Wildlife Trafficking Act, and increasing funding for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000130#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["deforestation","biodiversity","sustainable consumption"],"geography_discussed":["People's Republic of China","United States","Hong Kong","Japan","Myanmar","Thailand","Vietnam","Africa"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["policy recommendation","public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commgmu-000099","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commgmu-000099","title":"Politics & Global Warming, April 2020","publisher":{"name":"Center for Climate Change Communication","organization":"center-for-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-06-11","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.gmu.edu/all/politics-global-warming-april-2020/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A survey of 1,029 U.S. adults conducted in April 2020 reveals that while 75% of registered voters believe global warming is happening, views on its causes and the urgency of action vary significantly by political affiliation. Despite these divisions, there is broad cross-party support for renewable energy research, public land use for clean energy, and the Paris Climate Agreement. The report also finds that a candidate's position on global warming is a 'very important' voting factor for 43% of registered voters.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Public perception of global warming is split along political lines: 75% of registered voters believe it is happening, but this drops to 47% among conservative Republicans. Similarly, 61% of registered voters believe human activities cause global warming, compared to only 30% of conservative Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Climate change is a significant factor for the 2020 presidential election, with 43% of registered voters stating a candidate's position on global warming is 'very important'. Voters are more likely to support a candidate who favors action to reduce global warming (49%) than one who opposes it (10%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is strong majority support among registered voters for several clean energy and climate policies, including funding renewable energy research (87%), generating renewable energy on public land (86%), and providing tax rebates for energy-efficient vehicles or solar panels (83%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Support for specific carbon pricing and international frameworks is notable: 68% of registered voters support a Revenue-Neutral Carbon Tax, 60% support a Fee and Dividend system, and 77% support U.S. participation in the Paris Climate Agreement.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Voters generally oppose the expansion of fossil fuel production, with only 30% supporting drilling for oil in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and 45% supporting drilling and mining fossil fuels on public land in the U.S.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000099#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","renewable energy","solar energy","wind power","carbon tax","carbon dioxide emissions","Paris Agreement","Green New Deal","petroleum industry","climate policy","climate change adaptation","climate change mitigation"],"geography_discussed":["Alaska"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commgmu-000084","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commgmu-000084","title":"Americans’ Risk Perceptions and Emotional Responses to COVID-19, April 2020","publisher":{"name":"Center for Climate Change Communication","organization":"center-for-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04-30","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.gmu.edu/all/americans-risk-perceptions-and-emotional-responses-to-covid-19-april-2020/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A national survey of 3,933 Americans in April 2020 found that approximately 72% experienced daily life disruptions due to COVID-19, with significant concerns regarding the healthcare system and the economy. 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Hispanics/Latinos and liberal/moderate Republicans were more likely than others to experience economic consequences like job or income loss.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000084#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"High levels of concern exist regarding systemic impacts, with over 80% of Americans worried about the healthcare system being overwhelmed (85%), a global economic depression (84%), local business failures (82%), and state unemployment increases (80%). A majority of Americans stated that worry about the virus harmed their mental health to some degree, with liberal/moderate Republicans most likely to report a \"lot\" of harm.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000084#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Emotional responses were mixed, with majorities feeling compassionate (64%) and hopeful (54%). However, significant portions of the population felt anxious (46%), afraid (43%), helpless (42%), or overwhelmed (40%). Younger Americans (18-29) were more likely to report feeling bored and less likely to feel compassionate.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000084#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Americans perceived the virus as a greater threat to others than to themselves. While 77% believed it would do \"a great deal\" of harm to adults 65+ and people with chronic health conditions, only 25% believed it would do \"a great deal\" of harm to themselves personally. As of April 7, 2020, the most common estimates for the end of the U.S. epidemic were 2-3 months (35%) or 4-6 months (29%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000084#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["mental health","economic impact"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000045","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000045","title":"Young Adults & Climate Activism","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"research paper","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04-28","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/young-adults-climate-activism/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The document analyzes a November 2019 survey of 1,303 U.S. adults to compare climate activism across generations. 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They are also more willing to volunteer, donate, and engage in non-violent civil disobedience, such as sit-ins or blockades, against entities that exacerbate global warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000045#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The most significant generational gaps appear in voting and public activism. Specifically, 59% of adults aged 18-38 would vote for a candidate based on their position on global warming, whereas only 48% of Generation X and 46% of Baby Boomers or older adults would do the same.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000045#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Younger generations possess a stronger sense of collective efficacy than older generations across the political spectrum, meaning they have more confidence that citizens working together can influence business and government decision-makers.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000045#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Generational divides are particularly evident among Republicans. Younger Republicans are more likely than older Republicans to support climate activists, join campaigns to influence elected officials, share information on social media, and attend political rallies or protests.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000045#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Data from the Democracy Fund’s Views of the Electorate Survey indicates that since 2011, younger Republicans have become more accepting of the fact that climate change is human-caused, while older Republicans have shown little to no change.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000045#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["environmental justice"],"geography_discussed":["Sweden"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey","generational analysis"]},{"id":"commyale-000062","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000062","title":"Race and Climate Change","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"research paper","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04-15","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/race-and-climate-change/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds that Hispanics/Latinos and African Americans in the U.S. are more likely to be 'Alarmed' or 'Concerned' about global warming and more willing to engage in climate activism than Whites. While a majority of Hispanics/Latinos view global warming as 'very important' to their 2020 vote, it ranks lower in priority for African Americans. The analysis suggests these differences are partly driven by higher exposure to environmental hazards and differences in political party identification.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000062#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Hispanics/Latinos and African Americans exhibit higher levels of concern regarding global warming compared to Whites. Specifically, 69% of Hispanics/Latinos and 57% of African Americans are categorized as 'Alarmed' or 'Concerned', whereas only 49% of Whites fall into these categories. Conversely, Whites are more likely to be 'Doubtful' or 'Dismissive' (27%) than African Americans (12%) or Hispanics/Latinos (11%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000062#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"People of color report a higher willingness to participate in climate activism to influence elected officials. Approximately 37% of Hispanics/Latinos and 36% of African Americans stated they would 'definitely' or 'probably' join such a campaign, compared to 22% of Whites.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000062#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Global warming's importance as a voting issue for the 2020 Presidential Election varies by racial/ethnic group. For registered voters, 57% of Hispanics/Latinos rank it as 'very important' (6th overall), and 53% of African Americans rank it as 'very important' (though it is 16th in their priority list), while 35% of Whites rank it as 'very important' (17th overall).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000062#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Differences in climate concern are linked to both environmental vulnerability and political affiliation. People of color may be more concerned due to higher exposure to environmental hazards, such as air pollution. Furthermore, when controlling for party identification, the gap in concern between African Americans and Whites disappears, although Hispanics/Latinos remain more Alarmed or Concerned than Whites.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000062#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","air pollution","environmental justice"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey","demographic analysis"]},{"id":"commgmu-000134","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commgmu-000134","title":"American Public Responses to COVID-19","publisher":{"name":"Center for Climate Change Communication","organization":"center-for-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/american-public-responses-covid19-april-2020.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A scientific national survey of 3,933 adults conducted in April 2020 reveals that a large majority of Americans prioritize public health over economic recovery and have adopted various protective behaviors. While trust in medical experts remains high, there is a significant demand for more information, and expectations for both the epidemic and the economy to worsen in the short term are prevalent.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A vast majority of Americans prioritize stopping the spread of the coronavirus over economic concerns, with 84% stating that stopping the spread is more important than stopping the economic decline.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is broad consensus across demographic groups, including Republicans, Trump voters, and those who have been laid off, that public health should be prioritized over the economy.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Most Americans believe that more action is needed from citizens, the U.S. Congress, and President Trump to limit the spread of the virus, with 38% specifically stating President Trump should be doing \"much more.\"","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"As of April 7, 2020, a majority of Americans expected both the epidemic and the economy to deteriorate over the following month, with 64% expecting the epidemic to get worse and 70% expecting the economy to get worse.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Despite 94% of Americans following the news closely, 80% report needing more information about the coronavirus, with higher needs reported by African Americans, urban residents, and liberal/moderate Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Medical professionals and health organizations, including doctors, the CDC, and the NIH, are highly trusted sources of accurate information, trusted by approximately 9 in 10 Americans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Trust in information sources is polarized by party; Democrats are more likely to trust national network news and CNN, while Republicans are more likely to trust Fox News.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Americans demonstrate high levels of knowledge regarding basic COVID-19 facts, such as the importance of handwashing (92%) and the fact that the virus can be spread by asymptomatic people (91%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A significant portion of the public remains confused about certain facts; for example, only 60% know that drinking water cannot kill the virus by flushing it into the stomach.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-9","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"High adoption rates of protective behaviors are reported, including frequent handwashing (90%), maintaining 6-foot distance (87%), and stopping handshakes (84%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-10","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Mask usage is significantly lower than other protective behaviors, with only 44% of Americans reporting they have worn a mask in public.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-11","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Younger Americans (18-29) are less likely to adopt protective measures and perceive less social pressure to do so compared to other adults.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-12","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There are strong perceived social norms regarding the limitation of the virus, with 92% of Americans stating their family and friends are making an effort to limit the spread.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commgmu-000134#insight-13","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["public health","economic impact"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000173","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000173","title":"American Public Responses to COVID-19","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/app/uploads/2020/04/american-public-responses-covid19-april-2020b.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds that a large majority of Americans prioritize public health over economic recovery, trust medical experts and local news, and have adopted protective behaviors such as handwashing and social distancing. However, significant gaps remain in knowledge regarding certain false claims, and there is a widespread desire for more information and increased action from government leaders and citizens.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A vast majority of Americans prioritize stopping the spread of the coronavirus over preventing economic decline, with 84% favoring public health and 16% favoring the economy. This priority holds across all demographic groups, including Republicans, Trump voters, and those seeking work.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Most Americans believe that the U.S. Congress, President Trump, and citizens themselves should do more to limit the epidemic. Specifically, 38% believe President Trump and 36% believe citizens should be doing \"much more.\"","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"As of April 7, 2020, there was a prevailing expectation that both the pandemic and the economy would worsen over the following month, with 64% expecting the epidemic to get worse and 70% expecting the economy to get worse.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"While 94% of Americans followed coronavirus news closely, 80% reported needing more information. The need for \"a lot more information\" was particularly high among African Americans, liberal/moderate Republicans, and urban residents.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Medical professionals and health organizations are highly trusted sources of information, with approximately 90% of Americans trusting doctors, infectious disease experts, the CDC, and the NIH.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Public trust in information sources is polarized by party. Democrats show higher trust in national newspapers, national network news, CNN, and MSNBC, while Republicans show higher trust in Fox News.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Americans demonstrate high knowledge of key COVID-19 facts, such as the effectiveness of handwashing (92%), the risk of large gatherings (92%), and asymptomatic spread (91%). However, knowledge is lower regarding false claims, such as the belief that antibiotics can kill the virus (62% know this is false).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A large majority of Americans adopted protective behaviors: 90% increased handwashing, 87% maintained 6-foot distancing, and 84% stopped shaking hands. Mask usage was significantly lower, with only 44% wearing a mask in public.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Younger Americans (18-29) are less likely than other adults to adopt protective measures or perceive social pressure to do so, including lower rates of avoiding gatherings and reducing attendance at places of worship.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-9","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Strong social norms exist regarding the pandemic; 92% of Americans believe their family and friends are making a moderate to great deal of effort to limit the spread, and 93% believe it is important to their social circle that they take action.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000173#insight-10","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["public health","economic impact"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey","demographic analysis"]},{"id":"commyale-000175","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000175","title":"Americans’ Risk Perceptions and Emotional Responses to COVID-19","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/app/uploads/2020/04/americans-risk-perceptions-and-emotional-responses-to-covid-19-april-2020.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"A scientific national survey of 3,933 adults conducted in April 2020 reveals that approximately 70% of Americans experienced daily life disruptions due to COVID-19. While majorities feel compassion (64%) and hope (54%), there is widespread worry regarding the healthcare system (85%) and the economy (84%). Risk perceptions are highest for vulnerable populations, such as adults aged 65+ and those with chronic health conditions, while fewer individuals perceive the virus as a great deal of personal harm.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Approximately 70% of Americans reported that the spread of the coronavirus disrupted their daily life, with 38% stating it disrupted their life \"a lot\" and 34% saying \"some\".","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Significant portions of the population experienced specific hardships: 18% filed for unemployment, 17% lost a job, 17% were unable to get adequate medical care, and 30% were unable to get groceries.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The highest levels of concern are focused on systemic failures, with 85% of Americans worried about the healthcare system being overwhelmed and 84% worried about a global economic depression.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A majority of Americans (54%) reported that worry about the coronavirus has harmed their mental health, though this effect was less pronounced among older adults (60+) and conservative Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Positive emotions are prevalent, with 64% of respondents feeling compassionate and 54% feeling hopeful, although 46% also feel anxious.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Risk perception is skewed toward vulnerable groups; 77% believe the virus will do a \"great deal\" of harm to adults 65+ and those with chronic health conditions, compared to only 25% who believe it will do a \"great deal\" of harm to themselves personally.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"As of April 7, 2020, the most common estimates for the end of the U.S. epidemic were 2-3 months (35%) or 4-6 months (29%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Hispanics/Latinos and liberal/moderate Republicans are more likely than other groups to report experiencing economic consequences such as job or income loss.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000175#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["mental health","economic impact"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000184","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000184","title":"Climate Change in the American Mind","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/app/uploads/2020/05/climate-change-american-mind-april-2020b.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The April 2020 survey indicates that public engagement with climate change in the U.S. remains at historic highs, with 73% of Americans believing global warming is happening and 62% attributing it to human causes. Despite high levels of personal concern and a sense of responsibility, social norms for action remain weak, and most Americans rarely discuss the issue with family and friends. The report also highlights a significant gap in understanding the strength of the scientific consensus, with only 21% recognizing that over 90% of climate scientists agree on human-caused warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A record-tying 73% of Americans believe global warming is happening, with 54% expressing extreme or very high certainty, the highest level since surveys began in 2008.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"While 62% of Americans believe global warming is mostly human-caused, there is a significant gap in understanding the scientific consensus; only 21% know that more than 90% of climate scientists agree on human-caused warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Emotional engagement is high, with 66% of Americans reporting they are at least 'somewhat worried' about global warming, and 26% being 'very worried'.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Perceptions of immediate harm are increasing, with 45% of Americans believing people in the U.S. are being harmed by global warming 'right now' and 44% stating they have personally experienced its effects.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Americans perceive the highest risks of harm from global warming to plant and animal species (73%) and future generations (73%), followed by the world's poor (67%) and people in developing countries (66%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Social engagement remains low despite personal concern; 64% of Americans 'rarely' or 'never' discuss global warming with family and friends, and fewer than half perceive social norms expecting them to take action.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Americans conceptualize global warming primarily as an environmental (82%) and scientific (74%) issue, though majorities also view it as agricultural (67%), severe weather (64%), and economic (64%) issues.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is strong public support for state and local governments to prioritize the protection of agriculture, public water supplies, and public health (all 55%) from global warming effects over the next decade.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Most Americans (68%) disagree that it is too late to act on global warming, and 47% believe new technologies can solve the problem without requiring individuals to make significant life changes.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000184#insight-9","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","climate risk","climate change adaptation","extreme weather event","climate change communication"],"geography_discussed":[],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000276","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000276","title":"Politics & Global Warming","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/app/uploads/2020/06/politics-global-warming-april-2020c.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds that 75% of registered U.S. voters believe global warming is happening, with strong bipartisan support for renewable energy research and the Paris Climate Agreement. However, significant polarization remains regarding the causes of global warming and the Green New Deal, with Democrats viewing climate change as a much higher voting priority than Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A large majority of registered voters believe global warming is occurring, reaching the highest level since 2008. This belief is nearly universal among liberal Democrats (98%) but significantly lower among conservative Republicans (47%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is a partisan divide on the cause of global warming: 61% of all registered voters believe it is mostly human-caused, including 92% of liberal Democrats, compared to only 30% of conservative Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Global warming is a significant voting issue for Democrats, ranking as the 2nd most important issue for liberal Democrats. In contrast, it is ranked near the bottom of priorities for Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is broad, bipartisan support for clean energy policies, including funding renewable energy research (87%), generating renewable energy on public land (86%), and providing tax rebates for energy-efficient vehicles or solar panels (83%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"A majority of registered voters support carbon pricing mechanisms, with 68% supporting a revenue-neutral carbon tax and 60% supporting a 'Fee and Dividend' policy.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The Green New Deal has substantial overall support at 72%, though this is heavily polarized, with 95% support among Democrats and 37% among conservative Republicans.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"U.S. participation in the Paris Climate Agreement is supported by 77% of registered voters, and 63% oppose the decision to withdraw from the agreement.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-7","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Voters are split on fossil fuel production: 50% support expanding offshore drilling and 45% support drilling/mining on public lands, while only 30% support drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-8","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is a strong consensus that the private sector should take more action, with 72% of registered voters stating that corporations and industry should do more to address global warming.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-9","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Public opinion on climate adaptation is mixed; 39% of voters believe the federal government should help communities move to safer ground nearby, while 24% believe these communities should take care of themselves.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"commyale-000276#insight-10","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["climate change","renewable energy","carbon tax","carbon dioxide emissions","Green New Deal","Paris Agreement","petroleum industry","climate change adaptation","climate change mitigation","energy efficiency","solar energy","wind power"],"geography_discussed":["Alaska"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey","partisan analysis"]},{"id":"wwf-000490","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/wwf-000490","title":"OPINION SURVEY ON COVID-19 AND WILDLIFE TRADE IN 5 ASIAN MARKETS","publisher":{"name":"WWF International","organization":"wwf-international"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-04","source_url":"https://www.worldwildlife.org/documents/215/4dmjadutc9_WWF_CMS_SINGLES_PAGE.pdf","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","climate_tags","geography_discussed","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The survey of 5,000 respondents across Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam reveals high levels of concern regarding COVID-19 and strong support for closing illegal wildlife markets to prevent future pandemics. While support for closures is nearly universal in Southeast Asian markets, it is lower in Japan, where respondents perceive such markets to be less prevalent. The report identifies a strong public link between wildlife trade and zoonotic outbreaks, with a majority of respondents indicating they would stop consuming wildlife products if markets were closed.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"A significant majority of respondents across the five surveyed markets expressed high levels of concern regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, with 78% reporting they were 'extremely or very worried'. This worry was more pronounced among females (81%) and people with children (82%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-1","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"There is strong public belief that closing illegal and unregulated wildlife markets is an effective way to prevent future pandemics, with 79% of respondents viewing such closures as effective. Conversely, 85% of respondents stated they would be 'extremely worried or very worried' about a similar future outbreak if no measures were taken to close or strictly regulate these markets.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-2","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Support for government-led closures of illegal and unregulated wildlife markets is very high in Southeast Asia, with 94% of respondents in those regions being 'very likely or likely' to support such efforts. In Japan, support is lower at 54%, which the report attributes to the fact that 59% of Japanese respondents believe such markets do not exist in their country.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The survey found that 91% of respondents are 'unlikely or very unlikely' to purchase wildlife products from illegal and unregulated markets in the future. Among those who indicated they might still buy such products, 41% stated they would stop buying wildlife products entirely if open markets were shut down.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Only 4% of respondents reported that they or someone they know purchased wildlife products in open markets in the past 12 months. These buyers were predominantly male (69%) and aged 56 or older (49%), with the most frequently purchased species being snakes (58%), civet cats (46%), and pangolins (35%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-5","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Public trust in institutions to combat COVID-19 varies by market. Across all five markets, medical professionals are the most trusted (70%), followed by scientific/academic research institutions (49%) and local government (32%). In Japan, the national government is the most trusted (55%), while in Vietnam, the United Nations is listed as one of the top three most trusted institutions (40%).","ai_generated":true,"unit":"wwf-000490#insight-6","date_modified":"2026-10-23"}],"climate_tags":["biodiversity"],"geography_discussed":["People's Republic of China","Wuhan","Hubei"],"frame_perspective":[],"analysis_type":["public opinion survey"]},{"id":"commyale-000115","url":"https://climateinsightsdirectory.org/document/commyale-000115","title":"For the First Time, the Alarmed are Now the Largest of Global Warming\u0014s Six Americas","publisher":{"name":"Yale Program on Climate Change Communication","organization":"yale-program-on-climate-change-communication"},"document_type":"report","language":"en","date_published":"2020-01-16","source_url":"https://climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/for-the-first-time-the-alarmed-are-now-the-largest-of-global-warmings-six-americas/","generator":"Climate Insights Directory","generated_fields":["summary","key_insights","analysis_type"],"summary":{"text":"The report finds a significant shift in U.S. public opinion toward climate concern, with the 'Alarmed' segment reaching an all-time high of 31% in November 2019, nearly tripling in size since 2014. 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