Regis Philbin
Apr 22nd, 2008, 07:26 PM
http://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/lifestyle/general_lifestyle/24_to_celebrate_earth_day
24% To Celebrate Earth Day
Monday, April 21, 2008
On April 22, 24% of Americans say they will do something to celebrate Earth Day. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey found that 64% have no such plans.
In fact, in a survey conducted just days before the celebration, just 54% of Americans correctly guessed that it was celebrated in April. Given a list of four possible months, 54% named the current month, 30% were not sure, and 15% guessed either January, July or October.
Still, 32% say they consider Earth Day Very Important, 32% say it’s Somewhat Important, and 30% say it’s Not Very Important or Not at all Important. Women consider the day more important than men.
Most Americans (69%) think individuals can improve the environment and reduce global warming by their actions. Only 18% disagree. Democrats (76%) are much more optimistic on environmental improvements than Republicans (57%).
Overall, most (78%) adults also believe that it’s possible to develop major sources of energy that are environmentally-friendly. Just 6% say otherwise.
24% To Celebrate Earth Day
Monday, April 21, 2008
On April 22, 24% of Americans say they will do something to celebrate Earth Day. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey found that 64% have no such plans.
In fact, in a survey conducted just days before the celebration, just 54% of Americans correctly guessed that it was celebrated in April. Given a list of four possible months, 54% named the current month, 30% were not sure, and 15% guessed either January, July or October.
Still, 32% say they consider Earth Day Very Important, 32% say it’s Somewhat Important, and 30% say it’s Not Very Important or Not at all Important. Women consider the day more important than men.
Most Americans (69%) think individuals can improve the environment and reduce global warming by their actions. Only 18% disagree. Democrats (76%) are much more optimistic on environmental improvements than Republicans (57%).
Overall, most (78%) adults also believe that it’s possible to develop major sources of energy that are environmentally-friendly. Just 6% say otherwise.