Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental consequences of AI

The public is also concerned about the impact of data centers on electricity prices, power outages, and water supply and supports policies regulating their development.

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Most Americans have been affected by extreme heat this year

Extreme heat has impacted 90% of adults, up from 83% two years ago. However, fewer Americans believe climate change is happening compared with a year ago (66% vs. 73%).

Environment, Energy, and Resilience

More than half experienced extreme cold over the past five years

As a result of winter storms and freezing temperatures this year, 68% are receiving higher than usual electricity or gas bills.

Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Public attitudes toward climate policy, technology, and the environment

Americans express higher levels of concern over artificial intelligence’s environmental impact than that of cryptocurrencies, meat production, or air travel.