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07-05-2025
- Politics
Japan's Public Awareness of Climate Crisis at Global Low
Japan Data An international survey highlighted the low level of awareness of climate change issues in Japan. A survey by the French-based polling company Ipsos on People and Climate Change highlighted the low level of awareness of climate change issues in Japanese society. The survey was conducted from late January to early February, targeting 23,745 people in 32 countries. When respondents were asked if they agreed with the statement that 'if individuals like me do not act now to combat climate change, we will be failing future generations,' only 40% of Japanese agreed, which was the lowest among the surveyed countries. While overall between 2021 and 2025, a decrease was seen in the percentage of people agreeing that individuals needed to act now to combat climate change, out of the 26 countries that were surveyed in both years, the 19% drop in Japan was the steepest. It appears that, over a short period of time, the sense of immediacy has been lost. Japan also showed low awareness of government and corporate action toward climate change. Out of the 32 surveyed countries, agreement with the two statements 'if your government does not act now to combat climate change, it will be failing the people of your country' and 'if businesses in your country do not act now to combat climate change, they will be failing their employees and customers,' was significantly lower, indicating that they had fewer expectations for government and corporate measures compared to other countries. Just 11% of Japanese respondents agreed with the statement 'your country is a global leader in the fight against climate change,' only ahead of Hungary, which ranked last with 7%. (Translated from Japanese. Banner photo © Pixta.)
eNCA
22-04-2025
- Politics
- eNCA
Growing awareness , declining action
JOHANNESBURG - There is growing awareness around climate change, but declining individual action. That's according to a global Ipsos study titled 'People and Climate Change'. It also offers fresh insight into what interventions people expect from their governments. According to Mari Harris of Ipsos, who conducted the study across 32 nations, if individuals do not act, future generations would be failed. The government must plan and carry out those plans.
The Star
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
M'sians still want action on climate change but fear it could hurt economy, study finds
PETALING JAYA: Seven in 10 Malaysians believe urgent action is needed to combat climate change but many fear it could hurt the economy and energy stability, a new Ipsos survey reveals. Released in conjunction with Earth Day, the 'People and Climate Change' study found that while public concern over the climate crisis remains high, fewer Malaysians now feel the same level of urgency they did in past years. The study also shows that 60% of Malaysians believe the government has a clear plan to address the issue, but doubts persist over whether the transition to renewable energy will disrupt livelihoods or increase the cost of living. Ipsos Malaysia interim country director Evelyn Tan said in a statement that the findings suggest a growing sense of climate fatigue among the public, possibly linked to economic pressures and everyday survival concerns. 'Our latest survey reveals that seven out of 10 Malaysians agree that urgent action is needed to combat climate change, a sentiment shared by other Southeast Asian countries. 'However, there is a declining trend, both globally and in Malaysia, in the number of people who believe urgent action is needed. "It is likely that the rising cost of living in recent years, alongside other factors, has impacted people's sense of individual responsibility," she said. Tan added that many Malaysians perceive climate initiatives as a potential threat to jobs, economic growth, and energy supply, making it harder for policymakers to strike the right balance. Compared to the global average, Malaysians are more likely to prioritise economic stability over climate and energy reforms. Still, public recognition of national initiatives such as the Malaysia Renewable Energy Roadmap (MyRER) and the Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint remains relatively strong, suggesting awareness is not the issue – long-term confidence is. 'Climate change is a long-term challenge. If we want real change, we need to make sure Malaysians feel part of the solution, not left behind by it,' she said.
