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Whether the transition to net zero is — and is perceived to be — fair and just, is a central part of its success. Are measures implemented to address climate change experienced equally across the UK?
Our latest tracker data suggests that the answer is ‘no’. The chart below, from our polling in August, shows that the UK public’s awareness of measures to tackle climate change skews by income.
Those with higher incomes more likely to report traffic reduction, heat reduction, and flood defences in their local areas. Those of the public on the lowest incomes are most likely to say that they have seen ‘none of the above’.
Underscoring the message that people are not opposed to net zero policies, but do not consider themselves in a position to foot the bill for them, Greenpeace polling of 20,000 voters found that in Blue Wall constituencies:
Taken together, these results suggest a strong appetite for a range of climate policies, so long as the right people (the wealthiest individuals and oil & gas companies) pick up the tab
Commentary & Analysis
18th December 2022
A generally popular policy proposal – which seems to have fairness hardwired into it – there is nonetheless confusion around who would be affected by a frequent flyer levy, pointing to a need for clearer communication.
Comment: Climate vs the cost of living?
With financial worries so widespread, is there space in the public mind and political discourse for climate change?