Climate Policy and Public Opinion: What Citizens of the Global South Really Think
Tiredearth
31 Aug 2025
A major survey published in Nature Climate Change on August 22, 2025, reveals a revealing paradox: while most citizens in seven Global South countries recognize the importance of climate change, their policy preferences shift significantly when climate measures are weighed against other pressing needs. The study offers a deep look into public understanding, trusted sources of information, and the trade-offs people are willing to make.