The number of U.S. adults deeming climate change a 'very serious' problem decreased by 10%, with a substantial decline in urgency across all age brackets, as per a Monmouth University survey.
Support for climate action remains high, but urgency has weakened, notably among younger adults, impacting public attitudes towards global warming.
The decline in urgency comes despite record-setting warmth in 2023 and significant sea level rise, indicating a disconnect between climate impact awareness and perceived seriousness.
While climate change is often highlighted as a crucial issue for younger generations, the sharpest decline in recognizing it as a 'very serious' problem was observed in U.S. adults aged 18-34, dropping by 17 points to 50%.
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