UT Energy Poll: younger voters support exportations and subsidies at higher rates
Fascinating poll reveals differing views of energy based on age. The highlights:
- 41%under age 35 say the U.S. should permit export of natural gas
- 22% age 65 and older support exporting natural gas
- 68% under age 35 say they would be more likely to vote for candidates who support steps to reduce carbon emissions
- 50% of those age 65 and older would be more likely to support candidates who support reduction of carbon emissions
- 72% of younger consumers strongly support subsidies for renewable energy
- 58% age 65 and older strongly support renewable energy subsidies.
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