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April 2, 2026

Americans’ Shifting Views on Energy Issues

Republicans have become less likely to see wind and solar as good for the environment

Republicans have become less likely to see wind and solar as good for the environment

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Republicans have become less likely to see wind and solar as good for the environment

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Americans’ Shifting Views on Energy Issues
Support for the U.S. prioritizing renewable energy development over fossil fuels continues to decline
Majority of Americans say the government should encourage the production of wind and solar power
Republicans increasingly likely to say the government should encourage fossil fuel production
Republicans have become less likely to see wind and solar as good for the environment
Republicans are more likely than Democrats to say solar and wind power are more costly than other energy sources