Environment

One in four UK adults (26%) believe global average temperatures are likely to, or definitely will, be limited to 1.5°C higher than pre-industrial levels by 2100. In contrast, over two in five UK adults (41%) believe it unlikely.

And six in ten say their government is not working hard enough to tackle climate change according to an Ipsos Global Advisor poll of 31 countries.

But trust in the Conservatives on climate change and to reduce cost of living remains low.

Scottish public support for improving the energy efficiency of homes and businesses and investing in renewables is higher than it is in Great Britain as a whole, according to new Ipsos polling in Scotland.

Three quarters of Britons support making it easier to travel by public transport to reduce the use of cars, while just 3 in 10 support making it more expensive to drive - new Ipsos polling.

New research from Mitsubishi Electric and Ipsos reveals consumers want to support the environment, and there is growing consumer appetite for heat pump technology. It also finds a fundamental lack of understanding around energy efficiency, and underlines the need for the government to prioritise Net Zero awareness.

Retaining the Green Belt should come before meeting housing needs according to a new Ipsos survey for The Economist, but sentiment is based on wildly inaccurate perceptions of the extent to which England has been built on.

Research for 6 UK broadcasters reveals key insights into the role broadcasters can play in inspiring audiences to make changes to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss.

A while ago, WRAP released a report on textile policy options accompanied by a cost-benefit analysis, providing detailed insights into measures that can be taken towards a more sustainable future. Recent Ipsos data has highlighted the level of public concern regarding the environmental impact of the textile industry, reinforcing the significance of WRAP's report and the need for action towards a more sustainable future.