A recent poll suggests that emphasizing economic benefits, such as reduced energy costs, may be a more effective campaign strategy than focusing on climate change.
Scott Waldman reports for E&E News.
In short:
- The poll indicates that voters are more concerned with inflation and cost of living than climate change.
- President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act addresses both economic and environmental issues.
- The act's focus on clean energy expansion could enhance U.S. energy security and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources.
Why this matters:
This finding highlights the importance of framing climate policy in terms of its immediate economic benefits. It suggests a strategic approach for policymakers to gain broader public support for environmental initiatives.
Flashback to 2020: Climate, the campaign and the conventions.
