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Consumer Attitudes about Renewable Energy: Trends and Regional Differences

Consumer Attitudes about Renewable Energy: Trends and Regional Differences

Date: 4/30/2011

The Natural Marketing Institute's Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability Consumer Trends Database provided the data for this report, Consumer Attitudes about Renewable Energy: Trends and Regional Differences (PDF 478 KB). The survey sample is nationally representative, meaning respondent demographics are consistent with U.S. Census findings. This report explores consumer awareness, concerns, perceived benefits, knowledge of purchase options, and usage of renewable energy, as well as regional comparisons and trends over time.

This information was last updated on May 23, 2011