Climate Notes

Among Republicans, Catholics More Likely to Believe that Global Warming is Happening and Support Policies to Reduce It

Among Republicans, Catholics More Likely to Believe that Global Warming is Happening and Support Policies to Reduce It

On June 18th, Pope Francis released a much-anticipated encyclical—one of the most significant forms of communication within the Catholic Church—on climate change. Download the Climate Note Here.

American Catholics Worry About Global Warming and Support U.S. Action

American Catholics Worry About Global Warming and Support U.S. Action

This summer, Pope Francis, who leads 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide, will issue a papal encyclical on climate change. An encyclical is a letter that sets church doctrine on critical issues and is one of the most... Download the Climate Note Here.

Will New Voter Demographics Move Public Opinion on Climate Change?

Will New Voter Demographics Move Public Opinion on Climate Change?

Though public understanding of the need for climate-friendly policies is critical, many Americans remain ill-informed about the facts and risks of global warming. For good reason. Too often, scientists' explanations... Download the Climate Note Here.

Not All Republicans Think Alike About Global Warming

Not All Republicans Think Alike About Global Warming

The new Republican leaders in Congress have pledged to roll back the EPA’s proposed new regulations on coal-fired power plants – a key component of President Obama’s strategy to reduce global warming. However... Download the Climate Note Here.