Research conducted by Instituto ClimaInfo highlighted that 79% of respondents want Brazil to take a leading role in the global energy transition
A recent survey conducted by Instituto ClimaInfo revealed a growing concern among people regarding the economic impacts of climate change in the country. The study, entitled “Progressive Elimination of Fossil Fuels in Brazil”, interviewed around two thousand people, 91% of whom believe that extreme weather events can cause significant damage to the world. Recent examples, such as intense rains and strong winds in São Paulo, which resulted in deaths, power outages and floods, reinforce this perception among the population.
Furthermore, the survey highlighted that 79% of respondents want Brazil to take a leading role in the global energy transition. This desire reflects a growing awareness of the importance of mitigating the effects of climate change, with 73% of participants considering this to be a priority for the federal government. The survey also revealed that almost all respondents, 97%, support the end of deforestation by 2030, while 64% believe that the country should focus on economic development aimed at eliminating fossil fuels.
Another relevant data from the study is that 72% of respondents believe that fossil fuel companies, such as oil and gas, can be held responsible for adverse climate events. Furthermore, 71% believe that it is possible to stop burning fossil fuels by 2050. These numbers indicate that the Brazilian population is increasingly aware of the problems caused by climate change and wants to see significant progress in the fight against these challenges.
Published by Luisa Cardoso
