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Israelis Concerned about Climate Change, Survey Shows

A survey reveals that most Israelis are worried about climate change and are willing to make changes, but lack information and a strong call to action.

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Climate ChangeEnvironmentPolicyPublic OpinionSurvey

National Institute For Climate Policy ResearchBen-Gurion University Of The NegevMinistry Of Environmental Protection

Tamar ZandbergYossi DavidAvner Gross

What are the overall conclusions and recommendations of the survey?: The study concludes that despite public awareness and concern, a call to action is needed at both individual and community levels to decrease environmental harm. Political parties can collaborate to address climate change effectively.
What are the views of Israelis regarding the causes of climate change?: The survey highlights that while most Israelis believe humans cause climate change, a considerable number also attribute it to economic and political interests or scientific uncertainty. Trust in science is high, but trust in social media is low.
What are the main findings of the recent Israeli survey on climate change?: A new survey reveals that most Israelis are concerned about climate change, with a significant portion willing to alter their lifestyles to protect the environment. However, willingness to pay higher taxes for environmental protection is lower.
How do political leaning and gender affect attitudes towards climate change in Israel?: Women in Israel expressed stronger support for climate policies and behavioral changes compared to men. The study suggests that the climate change issue is not as heavily politicized in Israel as in some other nations.
What is the level of public trust in different sources of information about climate change?: While most Israelis want climate action, there's a lack of information on how to achieve it effectively. The survey showed that left-leaning Israelis expressed greater concern and willingness to change behavior than those on the right, although the difference is smaller than in other countries.

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