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Research indicates that Pope Francis is generally viewed as a trusted source of information on global warming among Americans, with a majority (55%) believing it is appropriate for him to take a public position on the issue. Among American Christians, Catholics show higher levels of belief in human-caused global warming (57%) and higher levels of worry (57%) compared to other major Christian groups. While awareness of the papal encyclical on climate change remains low (31%), there is strong cross-denominational support for climate policies, including renewable energy research and carbon dioxide regulation.

The report segments coastal Connecticut residents into five groups based on hurricane attitudes: the 'First Out', 'Constrained', 'Optimists', 'Reluctant', and 'Diehards'. It analyzes how risk perception, perceived barriers, and trust in authority influence evacuation decisions, noting that while local official orders are the most effective trigger for all groups, different segments require different interventions ranging from resource assistance to risk education.

The report identifies five segments of coastal Connecticut residents: the First Out, Constrained, Optimists, Reluctant, and Diehards. These groups vary significantly in their perceived risk, actual preparedness, and likelihood of evacuating. While the First Out are the most anxious and likely to leave, the Diehards are the most self-reliant and least likely to evacuate. The analysis highlights that official orders from local police or fire departments are the most effective triggers for evacuation across all groups, though barriers such as pets, health issues, and financial constraints significantly hinder the Constrained and Optimists.

The document finds that Catholic Republicans in the U.S. are more likely than non-Catholic Republicans to believe global warming is happening and human-caused, to express worry about it, and to support climate policies. These differences persist even among conservative Republicans, whereas similar gaps are not observed among Democrats or Independents.

The report finds that public perception of global warming in the United States has remained stable, with 63% believing it is happening and 52% attributing it to human causes. Despite this, the issue is infrequently discussed in media and social circles, although the public maintains high trust in climate scientists, family, friends, and weather reporters.

The report analyzes how three major groups of American Christians perceive climate change and its solutions. It finds that while beliefs about whether global warming is occurring vary by denomination—with Catholics showing the highest agreement and evangelicals being the most split—there is broad cross-denominational support for renewable energy policies and a shared moral value regarding the stewardship of nature.

The report finds that most coastal Connecticut residents are ill-prepared for severe coastal storms, with significant gaps in evacuation zone awareness and a tendency to underestimate storm impacts. Survey data indicates that a majority of residents in high-risk Zone A would not evacuate for a Category 2 hurricane without official notice, and 70% of all coastal residents are unaware if their home is in an evacuation zone.

The report finds that most Americans, including those most concerned about global warming, have limited understanding of its current and future impacts on human health and the disproportionate vulnerability of certain social groups.

A 2014 survey of American adults reveals that Catholics are more likely than other Christians to believe global warming is occurring, express worry about it, and support policy interventions. Specifically, 70% of Catholics believe global warming is happening, compared to 57% of other Christians. Catholics also show higher support for renewable energy funding and mandates, including a 69% support rate for requiring utilities to produce 20% of electricity from renewables despite potential cost increases, compared to 53% of other Christians.

The March 2015 survey 'Climate Change in the American Mind' reveals that while a majority of Americans (63%) believe global warming is happening and support various mitigation and adaptation policies, there is a significant gap in understanding the scientific consensus. Only 10% of respondents are aware that over 90% of climate scientists agree that global warming is human-caused. Public worry remains stable but low, with only 11% being 'very worried.' Trust in information sources is highest for climate scientists (70%) and family and friends (67%), while trust in political leaders is fragmented. Most Americans view global warming as a major environmental, scientific, or agricultural issue, and a majority believe it is humankind's responsibility to care for the Earth.

The report finds that while majorities of Catholics and non-evangelical Protestants believe global warming is happening and human-caused, evangelicals are more split. There is broad support across all three groups for renewable energy research and infrastructure resilience, though evangelicals are more likely to prioritize religious beliefs over scientific explanations when they conflict. Pope Francis is identified as the most trusted religious leader on the issue, despite low general awareness of his forthcoming climate encyclical.

The 2024 data for Alabama indicates that while a majority of residents (62%) believe global warming is occurring, there is a split in perception regarding its cause, with 51% attributing it to human activities. Support for clean energy transitions and renewable energy research is notable, with 57% supporting a transition to 100% clean energy by 2050 and 72% supporting renewable energy research. Risk perceptions are significant, as 54% of residents are worried about global warming and 61% believe it will harm future generations and animal species.

The study reveals a divided Republican electorate, where moderate and liberal Republicans are significantly more likely to acknowledge global warming and support carbon dioxide regulations and energy-efficient tax rebates than conservative or Tea Party Republicans.

The report finds that while Democrats are more likely than Republicans to believe in human-caused global warming and support climate action, liberal and moderate Republicans often align with the mainstream public. Conservative Republicans remain the primary group opposed to climate action and skeptical of global warming. There is broad cross-party support for renewable energy research and tax rebates for energy-efficient products, though significant divisions persist regarding carbon taxes and emission limits on coal plants.

The report finds that Americans are generally unaware of the health risks associated with global warming, with 70% having given the issue little or no thought. Only 31% believe global warming is currently harming the health of people in the U.S. to a moderate or great deal, and only 27% could name at least one related health problem. While there is limited awareness of current risks, 34% to 38% of respondents believe conditions such as air pollution, pollen allergies, and heat stroke will become more common in their communities over the next 10 years. Public trust for information on this topic is highest for primary-care doctors (49%), followed by family/friends, the CDC, climate scientists, and the American Medical Association. Additionally, nearly half of respondents believe federal agencies like the CDC, NIH, or FEMA (47%) and the U.S. Congress (46%) should do more to protect the public from these health problems.

A survey by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication reveals that 67% of Americans support strict CO2 emission limits on existing coal-fired power plants, even with potential electricity cost increases. The data also shows strong public support for infrastructure resilience (83%), renewable energy research (77%), energy-efficient vehicle/solar tax rebates (77%), and the regulation of carbon dioxide as a pollutant (75%). Additionally, 66% of respondents believe global warming is occurring, reflecting a slight increase from November 2013.

The analysis of the 2014 People’s Climate March reveals that participants were primarily motivated by group affiliation, personal passion, and professional relevance. Key messages focused on replacing fossil fuels with clean energy, corporate accountability, and government influence. When associating global warming with specific imagery, participants frequently cited melting ice, floods, and catastrophe, while identifying solar power, people power, and carbon taxes as primary solutions.

The report finds that while a majority of Americans believe global warming is occurring and support various mitigation and adaptation policies, there is a significant gap between public perception and scientific consensus regarding the human cause of climate change.

The October 2014 survey 'Climate Change in the American Mind' reveals that while 66% of Americans believe global warming is happening, there is a significant gap between public perception and scientific consensus regarding its causes. Only 50% of respondents believe human activities are the primary cause, and only 33% believe people in the U.S. are currently being harmed. Despite this, there is broad support for clean energy research, carbon dioxide regulation, and infrastructure improvements to resist extreme weather, with majorities believing that corporations, citizens, and government officials should do more to address the issue.

The report finds that while a majority of Americans believe global warming is bad for health, very few can identify specific health risks or recognize that certain populations are more vulnerable. There is significant support for increased government action and funding to protect public health, with primary-care doctors and the CDC being the most trusted sources of information.