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The document argues that while 97% of climate scientists agree that humans are causing global warming, a significant 'consensus gap' exists in public perception, largely driven by decades of deliberate misinformation campaigns. It identifies perceived consensus as a 'gateway belief' that influences support for climate policy and provides evidence-based communication strategies, such as 'weight-of-evidence' reporting and 'inoculation' against misinformation, to close this gap.

The report documents an upward trend in American concern about global warming, with 71% believing it is happening and 47% feeling certain of it. While 54% attribute it to human activity, only 15% are aware of the high scientific consensus. Emotional responses are predominantly negative, with high levels of disgust and helplessness. Perceived risks are increasing, with 44% reporting personal experience of its effects and 42% believing people in the U.S. are being harmed 'right now.' Most Americans view global warming as an environmental or scientific issue and believe it is affecting U.S. weather, though confidence in the human ability to successfully reduce it remains very low at 5%.

The report finds that while a majority of US registered voters believe global warming is happening and human-caused, there is a significant political divide, particularly with conservative Republicans. Despite these divisions, there is broad cross-party support for various clean energy policies, such as renewable energy research and tax rebates for energy-efficient vehicles. However, support for more restrictive measures, like carbon taxes or strict emission limits on coal plants, is lower among conservative Republicans. The report also notes a gap between voters' willingness to advocate for climate policy and their actual engagement in such activities.

The May 2017 survey indicates that 70% of Americans believe global warming is happening, with 58% attributing it primarily to human activities. While 59% believe it is affecting U.S. weather and 40% report personally experiencing its effects, most perceive it as a distant threat, primarily harming future generations and the global poor. Despite broad support (78%) for teaching climate change in schools, social engagement remains low, with 67% rarely or never discussing the topic with family and friends. Only 7% of respondents are optimistic that humans will successfully reduce global warming.

The report finds that while a majority of registered US voters believe global warming is happening and support various clean energy policies, there is a significant gap between their stated willingness to advocate for climate action and their actual behavior. Political affiliation strongly influences beliefs about the cause of global warming and the priority it should hold for government leaders, though broad support exists for renewable energy research and tax rebates for energy-efficient products.

The 2017 survey of US broadcast meteorologists reveals a high consensus that climate change is occurring (95%), though views on its causes and the potential to avert future harm vary. While most weathercasters feel confident in their ability to report on climate change and believe their audiences are interested, many rely on social media and community events rather than on-air segments to share local impacts. The report also highlights the influence of news consultants on weather segments and the utility of the Climate Matters educational resource.

The November 2016 survey reveals that 70% of Americans believe global warming is happening, with 55% attributing it primarily to human activities. While 61% of respondents express worry and 60% believe it affects U.S. weather, the threat is largely perceived as distant, with a majority believing it will harm future generations and developing countries more than themselves. Public understanding of the scientific consensus remains low, and optimism regarding the ability of the U.S. Congress to pass ambitious legislation to reduce global warming is limited.

The report finds broad support among US registered voters for international climate agreements, greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the transition to renewable energy. While political divisions exist, majorities across party lines support taxing or regulating pollution, funding renewable energy research, and investing in national infrastructure, particularly roads, bridges, and water systems.

A March 2016 survey of 1,204 American adults reveals that while a majority of Americans consider global warming personally important and are interested in the issue, they rarely discuss it with family and friends or hear it mentioned by others and in the media.

A March 2016 survey of 1,204 American adults found that approximately one in seven believe God controls the climate or that global warming signals the 'end times,' with specific religious, political, and socioeconomic groups showing higher rates of these beliefs.

The document analyzes the 'Six Americas' framework to show that while climate change is a top-tier voting issue only for the 'Alarmed' segment (17% of the population), candidates supporting climate action are more likely to attract the 'Concerned' and 'Cautious' groups. Conversely, only the 'Dismissive' group (10% of the population) is more likely to vote for a candidate who opposes climate action. The data, from a March 2016 survey of 1,204 adults, indicates that 45% of Americans fall into the most engaged segments (Alarmed and Concerned), while 21% are skeptical (Doubtful and Dismissive).

The report evaluates the "Salt Marsh Stories" program's impact on four focal audiences: Audubon members, higher education students/faculty, and business and faith communities in Maryland's Eastern Shore. Baseline data shows that salt marshes and sea level rise are generally non-salient issues, with significant uncertainty regarding sea level rise. However, the experiential program—specifically the planting of native grasses—successfully increased place attachment, knowledge, and emotional engagement. The study identifies place attachment and affinity for nature as the strongest predictors of a participant's intent to communicate about these issues to others.

The March 2016 survey indicates that 70% of Americans believe global warming is happening, with an increase in the proportion of people who are 'very worried' and perceive it as a current or future threat to themselves and others. While 53% attribute global warming to human causes, only 11% are aware of the scientific consensus. There is broad support for greenhouse gas emission reductions in the U.S. and for teaching children about global warming, though confidence in the U.S. Congress's ability to pass necessary legislation remains low at 37%.

The document argues that transitioning from fossil fuel-based electric power to clean renewable energy is a public health imperative. It details how climate change exacerbates respiratory, cardiovascular, and mental health issues, and how the Clean Power Plan's goal to reduce carbon pollution by 32% below 2005 levels by 2030 will prevent thousands of premature deaths and asthma attacks. The toolkit provides clinicians with messaging and model letters to influence state policymakers, while explicitly arguing against nuclear power due to radiation risks and waste management failures.

The report details a 2014 survey of 284 African American physicians from the National Medical Association across 33 states, focusing on the health impacts of climate change.

The report finds that while Democrats are generally more convinced of human-caused global warming than Republicans, liberal and moderate Republicans often align with the mainstream public and moderate Democrats. A significant majority of registered voters support various climate policies, including renewable energy research, tax rebates for energy efficiency, and carbon dioxide regulation, though conservative Republicans remain a distinct outlier in their skepticism and opposition to these measures.

The report finds that 70% of Americans believe global warming is happening, though only 53% believe it is mostly human-caused and 11% are aware of the strong scientific consensus. While 58% express worry, few are 'very worried,' and many perceive the threat as distant, though perceptions of immediate harm in the U.S. have reached a record high of 38%. There is strong public support for corporate and individual action, as well as for teaching climate change in schools, but low confidence in the U.S. Congress's ability to pass necessary legislation.

The research identifies a positive correlation between collective efficacy and climate change adaptation in India, specifically regarding water scarcity. Findings indicate that individuals with strong collective efficacy beliefs are more likely to engage in community water supply activities, and that community-level collective efficacy is positively associated with self-reported adaptation responses.

The report details the methodology and scope of the fourth national survey of U.S. broadcast meteorologists, conducted in 2016. The survey aimed to explore views on climate change and day-to-day professional activities, including social media use and the influence of news consultants. Out of 2,033 professionals surveyed across 49 U.S. states, 646 participated, representing a 32% participation rate.

The report analyzes 'Global Warming's Six Americas'—the Alarmed, Concerned, Cautious, Disengaged, Doubtful, and Dismissive—to determine if moral appeals from religious leaders could engage those currently unconcerned about climate change. It finds that while most Americans value caring for the poor and the environment, few outside the Alarmed and Concerned segments currently view global warming as a moral issue or understand its link to poverty. However, a widespread belief in human stewardship of nature and a general preference for religious over scientific explanations among less-engaged groups suggest that moral framing may be an effective communication strategy.