What Americans Who Worry About Climate Change Are Getting Wrong (opens original article in a new tab)

New polling indicates declining climate change concerns in wealthy nations, with Americans overestimating public apathy, potentially hindering climate policy efforts.

• Polling shows a 10-point drop in very serious climate change concerns in eight high-income countries since 2023
• Americans overestimate the percentage of others who don't see climate change as very serious
• Misalignment between personal beliefs and perceived public opinion may hinder climate policy support
• China and Comoros show opposite misalignment where people believe others will lead climate action