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In a nationally representative survey in the United States, conservatives were less supportive of democratic norms such as political equality and legal rights and guarantees as compared to liberals. These associations were partially mediated by higher levels of right-wing authoritarianism and social dominance orientation.
This study on fossil fuel subsidy reforms shows that the share of renewable energy and insulation of political processes from pro-subsidy interests can provide leverage points to break path-dependencies in fossil fuel-based economies.
Getting coastal residents to understand the risk of rising sea levels can be difficult. This study finds that showing individuals top-down maps of future sea-level boundaries can be counterproductive to making residents concerned about climate impacts.
Addressing the consequences of climate change requires political attention and leadership. However, this study shows that apart from Green parties, political parties do not increase their attention to environmental issues following extreme weather events.
Five scholars share their science-policy priorities for the incoming government as it faces urgent challenges in tackling climate change, health, inequality and more.