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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Up to 5 years 37% 37% 38% 41% 42% 38% 39% 33% 39% 35%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21% 21% 20% 22% 22% 19% 18% 21% 22% 18%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7% 8% 6% 6% 5% 5% 8% 8% 7% 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5% 5% 4% 5% 4% 7% 4% 5% 5% 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3% 3% 2% 2% 3% 2% 3% 3% 2% 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1% 1% 1% 0% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1%
More than 30 years 3% 4% 2% 3% 3% 1% 4% 2% 3% 3%
Don't know 24% 22% 27% 21% 21% 26% 24% 26% 21% 29%
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
38% 37% 36% 34% 37% 37% 45% 37%
21% 17% 20% 26% 19% 20% 21% 22%
8% 4% 10% 7% 7% 7% 2% 6%
4% 7% 2% 3% 7% 5% 2% 5%
2% 1% 1% 5% 3% 3% 3% 4%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% -
3% 4% 3% 3% 2% 3% 1% 3%
23% 28% 27% 20% 25% 24% 25% 23%
Region
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
43% 39% 34% 36% 37% 36% 34% 38% 35% 37% 45% 37%
18% 17% 26% 14% 21% 20% 26% 18% 21% 20% 21% 22%
9% 9% 5% 4% 5% 10% 7% 6% 9% 7% 2% 6%
6% 3% 4% 8% 5% 2% 3% 8% 5% 5% 2% 5%
2% 2% 3% 2% 1% 1% 5% 2% 3% 3% 3% 4%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% -
5% 3% 3% 4% 4% 3% 3% 2% 1% 3% 1% 3%
17% 24% 23% 31% 26% 27% 20% 25% 25% 24% 25% 23%
Government Region
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
38% 37% 38% 40% 32% 34% 43% 36% 39% 34% 29% 39%
23% 23% 23% 17% 20% 21% 16% 22% 16% 20% 19% 20%
6% 6% 6% 9% 8% 4% 8% 7% 7% 8% 4% 6%
6% 4% 5% 8% 5% 4% 4% 5% 4% 7% 6% 4%
2% 4% 2% 2% 3% 1% 3% 3% 3% 2% 4% 2%
1% 0% 1% 2% 1% 1% 0% 1% 2% 0% - 1%
4% 1% 3% 2% 3% 3% 2% 2% 3% 5% 5% 3%
21% 24% 22% 21% 27% 33% 24% 24% 27% 23% 34% 24%
Working Status Marital Status
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
36% 42% 40% 42% 41% 28% 36% 39% 42% 40% 37% 41% 40%
22% 18% 18% 18% 18% 13% 20% 21% 20% 18% 20% 16% 19%
7% 5% 7% 6% 6% 3% 7% 6% 4% 7% 8% 8% 6%
5% 4% 6% 9% 6% 5% 6% 4% 7% 9% 5% 4% 6%
2% 3% 4% 4% 3% 3% 3% 2% 5% 3% 3% 1% 3%
1% 1% - - 0% 2% 1% 1% - 1% - - 0%
3% 2% 1% - 1% - 2% 3% - 1% 1% 1% 1%
24% 25% 24% 22% 24% 46% 25% 23% 23% 22% 26% 28% 25%
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
Over 18 years
838
783
33%
22%
8%
5%
2%
1%
3%
25%
Parent/ Guardian
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Up to 5 years 37%
More than 5 years, up to 10 years 21%
More than 10 years, up to 15 years 7%
More than 15 years, up to 20 years 5%
More than 20 years, up to 25 years 3%
More than 25 years, up to 30 years 1%
More than 30 years 3%
Don't know 24%
Total
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
38% 40% 41% 41% 40% 45% 40% 40% 43%
21% 25% 26% 24% 23% 19% 21% 21% 20%
6% 5% 5% 7% 6% 6% 6% 7% 6%
5% 4% 5% 5% 4% 5% 4% 4% 5%
3% 2% 3% 3% 2% 2% 3% 3% 3%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1%
3% 2% 2% 3% 2% 3% 3% 2% 4%
24% 22% 16% 16% 22% 20% 23% 22% 18%
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23% 26% 19% 21% 18% 22% 24% 25% 22% 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57% 57% 56% 59% 64% 54% 55% 55% 60% 53%
Don't know 21% 17% 25% 20% 18% 24% 21% 21% 18% 25%
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
23% 24% 22% 22% 25% 23% 24% 14%
58% 53% 59% 57% 54% 56% 53% 67%
19% 24% 19% 21% 21% 21% 23% 19%
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
22% 23% 22% 26% 21% 22% 22% 24% 27% 23% 24% 14%
67% 58% 54% 53% 52% 59% 57% 54% 54% 56% 53% 67%
12% 19% 24% 21% 27% 19% 21% 22% 20% 21% 23% 19%
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
25% 21% 24% 22% 25% 20% 17% 26% 23% 24% 20% 18%
57% 58% 57% 57% 53% 59% 60% 55% 53% 55% 53% 60%
18% 21% 19% 21% 22% 21% 24% 19% 24% 21% 27% 22%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
23% 19% 28% 20% 23% 21% 24% 20% 21% 26% 25% 23% 23%
57% 56% 55% 55% 56% 40% 54% 59% 53% 50% 58% 60% 55%
20% 25% 17% 25% 22% 40% 21% 20% 26% 24% 17% 17% 21%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
25%
54%
21%
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCMEB_Q3. As a reminder, by 'biomass' we mean plant or
animal material used for generating energy. Solid biomass,
such as wood or straw, can be burned to generate
electricity.
Examples of biomass include:
Crop residues, such as straw
Food, garden, and waste wood from homes or industry
Trees cut down from forests, converted into wood pellets
or woodchips
Those who support biomass made from forest wood say
"burning forest wood for electricity should be classified as
'renewable energy', because the CO2 it emits is
reabsorbed by new trees"
Those who do not support biomass made from forest
wood say "burning forest wood for electricity should not
be classified as 'renewable energy' because it takes
decades (more than 10 years) for new trees to reabsorb
CO2, if they grow back at all"
Thinking about the information above...
Do you think electricity generated by burning wood
should, or should not, be classified as 'renewable energy'?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
I think it should be classified as 'renewable energy' 23%
I think it should not be classified as 'renewable energy' 57%
Don't know 21%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
22% 19% 22% 22% 22% 22% 22% 22% 22%
58% 62% 61% 62% 60% 58% 58% 59% 64%
20% 19% 17% 16% 18% 19% 20% 20% 14%
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YouGov / Lexington CommunicationsBiomass Survey Results
GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly support 4% 6% 2% 3% 3% 4% 5% 5% 4% 5%
Tend to support 23% 26% 19% 23% 16% 20% 24% 25% 23% 22%
Tend to oppose 35% 34% 35% 37% 36% 30% 34% 36% 36% 33%
Strongly oppose 18% 17% 19% 16% 22% 18% 18% 17% 18% 18%
Don't know 21% 17% 24% 20% 23% 28% 19% 17% 20% 22%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly support 1% 2% 1% 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% 1% 2%
Tend to support 11% 16% 7% 9% 8% 13% 11% 13% 11% 11%
Tend to oppose 39% 39% 39% 42% 35% 33% 39% 42% 39% 39%
Strongly oppose 28% 28% 29% 26% 33% 28% 30% 27% 30% 26%
Don't know 20% 16% 23% 21% 21% 26% 18% 17% 18% 21%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
5% 5% 6% 2% 4% 4% 4% 2%
24% 20% 24% 26% 21% 22% 25% 23%
34% 36% 36% 31% 37% 35% 25% 37%
17% 17% 15% 21% 19% 18% 22% 16%
20% 22% 20% 21% 20% 21% 23% 21%
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
3% 2% 2% 0% 2% 2% - -
14% 11% 11% 12% 10% 12% 13% 9%
37% 39% 44% 37% 40% 39% 37% 39%
28% 26% 23% 30% 30% 28% 30% 34%
19% 22% 19% 20% 19% 20% 21% 18%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
4% 4% 7% 3% 7% 6% 2% 5% 3% 4% 4% 2%
22% 25% 23% 18% 23% 24% 26% 18% 24% 22% 25% 23%
37% 34% 32% 39% 34% 36% 31% 36% 37% 35% 25% 37%
18% 16% 17% 17% 17% 15% 21% 18% 20% 18% 22% 16%
19% 20% 21% 23% 21% 20% 21% 23% 15% 21% 23% 21%
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
3% 3% 2% 2% 2% 2% 0% 2% 1% 2% - -
14% 14% 12% 9% 13% 11% 12% 9% 11% 12% 13% 9%
41% 36% 35% 41% 38% 44% 37% 38% 44% 39% 37% 39%
25% 27% 29% 25% 27% 23% 30% 30% 29% 28% 30% 34%
16% 19% 22% 24% 20% 19% 20% 21% 15% 20% 21% 18%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
6% 3% 5% 2% 4% 4% 3% 5% 5% 3% 2% 3%
23% 19% 22% 28% 27% 20% 18% 25% 19% 20% 21% 21%
33% 36% 33% 39% 36% 35% 34% 34% 35% 38% 35% 34%
17% 22% 19% 13% 15% 18% 21% 17% 16% 19% 18% 20%
21% 20% 21% 18% 18% 24% 24% 19% 25% 20% 24% 22%
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
2% - 2% 3% 1% 2% 1% 1% 5% 0% - 1%
14% 9% 13% 8% 13% 11% 8% 12% 10% 13% 18% 9%
37% 39% 37% 43% 43% 35% 38% 41% 37% 41% 39% 36%
27% 32% 29% 29% 26% 29% 31% 28% 25% 27% 22% 32%
20% 19% 20% 17% 18% 24% 22% 17% 23% 19% 22% 22%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
4% 4% 6% 7% 5% 6% 5% 3% 4% 5% 6% 7% 6%
23% 21% 27% 20% 23% 16% 23% 22% 20% 25% 25% 23% 23%
36% 31% 31% 34% 31% 36% 34% 36% 30% 26% 34% 34% 31%
19% 18% 14% 14% 16% 4% 17% 19% 18% 15% 16% 14% 16%
19% 27% 21% 25% 24% 36% 21% 20% 29% 28% 18% 21% 25%
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
2% 2% 1% 1% 2% - 1% 2% 1% 1% 1% 5% 1%
11% 13% 14% 13% 13% 11% 13% 10% 16% 16% 12% 8% 14%
40% 32% 38% 39% 35% 33% 39% 39% 31% 30% 40% 39% 34%
29% 29% 27% 24% 27% 16% 27% 30% 24% 28% 29% 27% 27%
18% 23% 20% 24% 22% 40% 20% 19% 28% 25% 17% 22% 23%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
5%
23%
35%
17%
19%
838
783
2%
11%
42%
27%
19%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
To what extent do you support or oppose of the following?
LCENB_Q7_1. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from British forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 4%
Tend to support 23%
Tend to oppose 35%
Strongly oppose 18%
Don't know 21%
LCENB_Q7_2. Biomass used to generate electricity in the
UK if it burns wood from overseas forests
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly support 1%
Tend to support 11%
Tend to oppose 39%
Strongly oppose 28%
Don't know 20%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
4% 3% 5% 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 5%
23% 21% 23% 21% 22% 24% 23% 22% 21%
35% 37% 39% 36% 34% 32% 35% 35% 35%
19% 18% 17% 18% 19% 20% 19% 19% 24%
20% 20% 17% 21% 21% 20% 20% 20% 15%
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 2%
11% 10% 10% 10% 10% 11% 10% 11% 9%
39% 40% 42% 38% 40% 36% 39% 39% 39%
29% 30% 30% 31% 28% 28% 30% 29% 34%
19% 19% 15% 20% 20% 22% 19% 19% 16%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Very worried 44% 37% 51% 44% 49% 45% 41% 44% 46% 43%
Fairly worried 41% 44% 38% 36% 37% 39% 44% 43% 40% 41%
Not very worried 8% 11% 5% 9% 5% 7% 9% 9% 8% 8%
Not at all worried 2% 2% 1% 3% 1% 1% 2% 1% 2% 2%
Don't know 5% 5% 5% 8% 7% 8% 4% 3% 4% 7%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly agree 3% 3% 3% 4% 3% 4% 4% 3% 3% 3%
Tend to agree 20% 23% 17% 21% 21% 18% 19% 20% 20% 20%
Tend to disagree 35% 37% 33% 32% 34% 30% 37% 38% 38% 31%
Strongly disagree 20% 22% 19% 17% 19% 21% 21% 21% 20% 20%
Don't know 21% 15% 28% 26% 22% 27% 20% 18% 18% 26%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
43% 44% 42% 50% 45% 45% 46% 39%
41% 38% 43% 35% 40% 40% 40% 52%
9% 9% 8% 8% 8% 8% 5% 5%
2% 1% 2% 2% 1% 2% 4% -
5% 7% 5% 6% 5% 6% 5% 4%
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
4% 3% 4% 3% 2% 3% 5% 2%
22% 23% 19% 22% 18% 21% 14% 15%
32% 35% 39% 33% 36% 35% 28% 44%
21% 17% 19% 20% 21% 20% 26% 21%
20% 22% 19% 23% 23% 21% 28% 18%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
43% 44% 41% 45% 43% 42% 50% 44% 47% 45% 46% 39%
38% 40% 45% 39% 37% 43% 35% 41% 39% 40% 40% 52%
17% 7% 7% 7% 11% 8% 8% 7% 10% 8% 5% 5%
- 3% 1% 1% 2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2% 4% -
2% 5% 6% 8% 6% 5% 6% 6% 4% 6% 5% 4%
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
3% 6% 3% 2% 4% 4% 3% 2% 3% 3% 5% 2%
21% 22% 23% 24% 21% 19% 22% 17% 19% 21% 14% 15%
37% 31% 32% 36% 34% 39% 33% 38% 33% 35% 28% 44%
20% 22% 21% 16% 18% 19% 20% 19% 26% 20% 26% 21%
20% 19% 22% 21% 23% 19% 23% 24% 20% 21% 28% 18%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
41% 47% 43% 49% 42% 49% 49% 41% 44% 50% 46% 47%
42% 37% 41% 39% 45% 36% 37% 44% 41% 38% 36% 38%
9% 8% 9% 7% 9% 6% 6% 10% 5% 5% 9% 7%
2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 3% 1%
6% 6% 6% 3% 3% 8% 7% 4% 8% 5% 7% 6%
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
4% 2% 4% 4% 2% 4% 3% 3% 6% 3% 2% 2%
22% 21% 22% 23% 21% 15% 14% 21% 22% 13% 17% 20%
34% 35% 34% 35% 37% 29% 36% 36% 31% 41% 36% 33%
20% 21% 20% 16% 21% 24% 20% 21% 16% 22% 18% 21%
19% 21% 20% 23% 19% 29% 26% 19% 25% 20% 27% 24%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
46% 49% 39% 36% 43% 22% 43% 47% 41% 40% 40% 39% 41%
41% 39% 42% 36% 40% 28% 42% 39% 38% 40% 43% 42% 40%
8% 5% 11% 12% 8% 7% 9% 7% 8% 9% 10% 15% 9%
1% 2% 1% 4% 2% 7% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2%
4% 7% 7% 12% 7% 36% 5% 5% 11% 9% 5% 4% 8%
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
3% 4% 4% 9% 5% 7% 4% 2% 5% 6% 3% 4% 5%
19% 22% 23% 22% 22% 8% 20% 20% 21% 22% 24% 24% 22%
37% 31% 33% 30% 32% 29% 34% 36% 28% 29% 35% 37% 32%
22% 17% 18% 18% 18% 12% 19% 21% 16% 17% 20% 17% 17%
20% 27% 21% 21% 24% 44% 22% 20% 31% 25% 17% 18% 23%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
43%
43%
9%
1%
3%
838
783
3%
19%
36%
21%
21%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q7a. To what extent, if at all, are you worried
about the impact on wildlife if trees in forests were being
cut down to generate electricity?
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Very worried 44%
Fairly worried 41%
Not very worried 8%
Not at all worried 2%
Don't know 5%
The UK government recognises 'biomass' as a form of
renewable energy and therefore it qualifies for public
subsidies as part of the UK's renewable energy strategy.
This means that the UK government gives energy
suppliers money (via a tax on UK energy bills) to help
towards the cost of producing renewable energy.
Power stations that burn wood are often entitled to these
subsides.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following
statement?
LCENB_Q4_1. The UK government should subsidise
power stations to generate electricity by burning wood
biomass as part of the UK renewable energy strategy
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 3%
Tend to agree 20%
Tend to disagree 35%
Strongly disagree 20%
Don't know 21%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
46% 47% 49% 53% 49% 50% 47% 47% 50%
40% 40% 41% 38% 37% 38% 40% 39% 36%
7% 7% 6% 5% 6% 6% 7% 7% 9%
1% 1% 0% 1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 2%
5% 5% 4% 3% 7% 4% 6% 5% 3%
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
3% 2% 3% 4% 3% 4% 3% 3% 2%
19% 19% 20% 18% 21% 21% 19% 19% 19%
36% 37% 40% 34% 33% 33% 35% 37% 40%
21% 23% 21% 21% 20% 17% 22% 19% 25%
21% 19% 15% 22% 23% 24% 21% 21% 14%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Wind power 80% 80% 80% 77% 80% 81% 83% 79% 83% 77%
Solar power 82% 83% 81% 77% 79% 79% 84% 84% 84% 78%
Hydroelectric power 71% 78% 64% 69% 70% 68% 74% 71% 76% 64%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55% 53% 56% 48% 49% 50% 57% 59% 56% 53%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58% 55% 60% 55% 53% 50% 60% 63% 61% 54%
Biomass using British trees 8% 10% 6% 4% 3% 7% 9% 10% 8% 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3% 4% 2% 2% 3% 3% 2% 3% 3% 3%
Other 6% 9% 3% 9% 3% 6% 6% 5% 7% 4%
Don't know 7% 5% 10% 7% 8% 10% 6% 6% 6% 9%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3% 3% 3% 5% 3% 3% 2% 2% 2% 4%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
80% 77% 84% 79% 82% 80% 75% 80%
81% 79% 84% 80% 84% 82% 81% 82%
71% 68% 70% 70% 70% 70% 75% 74%
58% 54% 47% 52% 57% 55% 52% 54%
61% 54% 52% 57% 62% 58% 54% 57%
9% 8% 9% 7% 8% 8% 7% 6%
3% 2% 2% 3% 3% 3% 4% 1%
5% 5% 6% 5% 6% 5% 6% 7%
8% 9% 4% 7% 7% 7% 8% 7%
3% 4% 3% 2% 3% 3% 3% 2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
85% 76% 84% 79% 75% 84% 79% 82% 83% 80% 75% 80%
83% 80% 82% 80% 78% 84% 80% 82% 88% 82% 81% 82%
72% 72% 70% 72% 63% 70% 70% 69% 72% 70% 75% 74%
54% 62% 54% 57% 51% 47% 52% 55% 60% 55% 52% 54%
58% 65% 57% 53% 56% 52% 57% 60% 65% 58% 54% 57%
7% 10% 8% 8% 8% 9% 7% 7% 8% 8% 7% 6%
2% 4% 4% 2% 3% 2% 3% 3% 4% 3% 4% 1%
5% 6% 5% 4% 6% 6% 5% 6% 5% 5% 6% 7%
6% 10% 5% 10% 9% 4% 7% 8% 5% 7% 8% 7%
3% 1% 4% 5% 2% 3% 2% 3% 3% 3% 3% 2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
83% 80% 83% 82% 77% 74% 80% 81% 78% 82% 72% 80%
84% 81% 83% 83% 82% 75% 81% 84% 79% 82% 78% 81%
74% 69% 73% 74% 68% 61% 72% 73% 64% 72% 60% 71%
52% 53% 53% 52% 59% 49% 58% 58% 51% 60% 59% 50%
56% 59% 57% 63% 62% 51% 56% 60% 57% 61% 55% 54%
7% 6% 7% 8% 10% 7% 6% 10% 7% 6% 5% 6%
3% 3% 3% 2% 3% 2% 2% 3% 3% 2% 3% 2%
6% 5% 6% 10% 5% 7% 5% 5% 3% 4% 4% 8%
7% 6% 6% 7% 7% 10% 9% 6% 8% 7% 11% 9%
2% 4% 2% 2% 3% 7% 3% 2% 4% 2% 6% 3%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
80% 81% 86% 74% 82% 47% 79% 82% 76% 78% 85% 88% 81%
83% 80% 84% 70% 80% 45% 80% 84% 71% 75% 84% 85% 78%
72% 69% 72% 64% 70% 40% 67% 75% 61% 64% 73% 67% 67%
56% 54% 52% 45% 52% 29% 55% 54% 48% 50% 60% 57% 53%
60% 55% 56% 50% 55% 36% 58% 58% 47% 50% 62% 61% 55%
8% 6% 11% 11% 8% 3% 9% 6% 3% 8% 12% 15% 9%
3% 4% 2% 4% 3% 2% 4% 2% 6% 3% 3% - 4%
6% 4% 5% 3% 4% 2% 5% 7% 2% 4% 3% 7% 4%
6% 10% 6% 15% 9% 23% 8% 6% 10% 11% 9% 6% 10%
3% 2% 1% - 2% 10% 2% 4% 4% 2% 1% - 2%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
78%
83%
69%
57%
62%
9%
3%
5%
7%
2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
LCENB_Q5. For the following question, by 'promote', we
mean publicly supporting these energy sources. This
could be through advocating for their use, or creating
policies that make their use more favourable.
Which, if any, of the following renewable energy sources
do you think the government should promote in the UK?
(Please select all that apply. If you do not believe the
government should promote any renewable energy
sources then please select the 'Not applicable' option)
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Wind power 80%
Solar power 82%
Hydroelectric power 71%
Biomass using waste crop residues (e.g. straw) 55%
Biomass using food, garden and waste wood from home or
industry58%
Biomass using British trees 8%
Biomass using trees shipped in from overseas forests 3%
Other 6%
Don't know 7%
Not applicable - I do not believe the government should
promote any renewable energy sources3%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
82% 85% 90% 86% 82% 82% 83% 83% 87%
83% 86% 92% 88% 83% 82% 84% 84% 89%
71% 76% 82% 74% 71% 69% 72% 72% 79%
54% 54% 60% 58% 54% 54% 55% 55% 53%
58% 58% 66% 69% 58% 57% 59% 59% 60%
7% 6% 7% 8% 6% 4% 7% 7% 7%
2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 3% 1%
5% 7% 9% 5% 6% 7% 5% 5% 10%
8% 6% 3% 5% 8% 8% 7% 7% 3%
2% 3% 1% 1% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly agree 50% 48% 53% 59% 57% 52% 51% 45% 53% 47%
Tend to agree 32% 33% 31% 23% 26% 28% 32% 38% 32% 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10% 11% 9% 4% 7% 11% 12% 12% 9% 11%
Tend to disagree 2% 3% 1% 4% 2% 1% 1% 2% 2% 2%
Strongly disagree 1% 2% 0% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1%
Don't know 5% 3% 6% 8% 7% 7% 3% 3% 3% 7%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly agree 14% 11% 16% 17% 22% 13% 14% 10% 14% 14%
Tend to agree 29% 28% 29% 28% 31% 28% 28% 28% 30% 27%
Neither agree nor disagree 37% 38% 36% 18% 27% 37% 38% 46% 36% 38%
Tend to disagree 8% 9% 7% 7% 7% 10% 9% 8% 8% 8%
Strongly disagree 4% 5% 3% 3% 3% 3% 5% 4% 4% 4%
Don't know 3% 2% 3% 5% 3% 4% 4% 1% 2% 4%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6% 6% 5% 22% 6% 4% 3% 2% 5% 6%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
50% 51% 44% 51% 52% 50% 55% 49%
31% 28% 41% 30% 32% 32% 26% 36%
12% 12% 8% 9% 9% 10% 8% 9%
2% 2% 1% 4% 1% 2% 3% 1%
1% 1% 1% 0% 1% 1% 1% 1%
4% 6% 4% 5% 4% 5% 8% 4%
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
14% 15% 11% 15% 13% 14% 17% 14%
31% 29% 25% 28% 29% 29% 26% 27%
37% 35% 41% 40% 35% 37% 36% 36%
8% 7% 10% 6% 8% 8% 8% 11%
4% 6% 3% 5% 3% 4% 2% 3%
2% 3% 3% 1% 4% 3% 5% 2%
4% 4% 7% 5% 7% 5% 6% 8%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
50% 51% 49% 54% 47% 44% 51% 54% 50% 50% 55% 49%
25% 31% 34% 25% 32% 41% 30% 30% 37% 32% 26% 36%
19% 10% 10% 11% 13% 8% 9% 10% 7% 10% 8% 9%
3% 2% 2% 3% 2% 1% 4% 1% 1% 2% 3% 1%
1% 1% - 1% 2% 1% 0% 2% 1% 1% 1% 1%
2% 5% 5% 6% 5% 4% 5% 4% 5% 5% 8% 4%
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
17% 14% 12% 14% 17% 11% 15% 15% 11% 14% 17% 14%
31% 32% 29% 29% 29% 25% 28% 30% 28% 29% 26% 27%
33% 37% 40% 34% 36% 41% 40% 31% 43% 37% 36% 36%
8% 7% 9% 8% 7% 10% 6% 9% 7% 8% 8% 11%
5% 4% 3% 6% 6% 3% 5% 4% 2% 4% 2% 3%
- 2% 2% 3% 3% 3% 1% 4% 4% 3% 5% 2%
5% 4% 4% 6% 2% 7% 5% 9% 5% 5% 6% 8%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
52% 55% 53% 62% 41% 51% 53% 48% 48% 49% 42% 57%
32% 28% 31% 23% 41% 27% 27% 35% 34% 34% 29% 27%
9% 9% 9% 6% 12% 9% 11% 12% 7% 12% 14% 7%
2% 2% 2% 3% 2% - 2% 2% 1% 1% 3% 3%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 3% 1% 1% 2% 0% 3% 1%
4% 5% 4% 5% 3% 10% 7% 3% 8% 4% 10% 6%
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
15% 16% 15% 12% 8% 19% 19% 12% 17% 14% 10% 17%
30% 29% 30% 29% 27% 26% 29% 31% 27% 30% 28% 26%
34% 39% 36% 17% 49% 36% 31% 42% 35% 36% 49% 30%
11% 8% 10% 7% 8% 4% 5% 8% 8% 9% 8% 9%
4% 2% 3% 4% 5% 5% 4% 4% 7% 4% 3% 3%
4% 2% 3% 3% 1% 3% 4% 2% 2% 2% 1% 4%
3% 4% 3% 29% 3% 8% 9% 2% 5% 4% - 12%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
51% 50% 53% 47% 51% 30% 46% 57% 47% 45% 49% 54% 48%
32% 34% 32% 25% 32% 24% 36% 27% 29% 35% 33% 33% 32%
10% 8% 9% 15% 10% 16% 12% 8% 12% 10% 13% 10% 11%
2% 1% 1% 2% 1% 2% 2% 2% 3% 0% - - 1%
1% - - - - - 1% 1% - 0% - - 0%
3% 7% 5% 11% 7% 28% 5% 5% 9% 8% 4% 3% 7%
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
13% 16% 21% 17% 18% 11% 13% 15% 20% 17% 15% 12% 16%
28% 34% 29% 26% 31% 26% 30% 27% 32% 29% 29% 25% 31%
39% 28% 37% 33% 32% 15% 41% 33% 33% 34% 36% 45% 34%
9% 7% 5% 9% 6% 15% 8% 9% 6% 8% 10% 10% 8%
4% 4% 1% 7% 3% - 4% 4% 2% 4% 6% - 4%
2% 4% 2% 5% 3% 12% 2% 3% 3% 6% 1% 6% 4%
5% 7% 4% 3% 5% 21% 2% 10% 4% 3% 2% 2% 3%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
44%
38%
12%
2%
1%
3%
838
783
11%
30%
45%
7%
4%
1%
2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the
following statement?
"As the UK coronavirus lockdown is eased, we should aim
to preserve the positive impact on improved air quality and
lower pollution levels by switching to energy sources with
no associated air pollution emissions"
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 50%
Tend to agree 32%
Neither agree nor disagree 10%
Tend to disagree 2%
Strongly disagree 1%
Don't know 5%
Thinking about the coronavirus lockdown…
To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements? (Please select one option on each
row)
JLE_q2_1. Lockdown has made me more likely to consider
taking steps to reduce my energy bills in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 14%
Tend to agree 29%
Neither agree nor disagree 37%
Tend to disagree 8%
Strongly disagree 4%
Don't know 3%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 6%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
53% 59% 64% 65% 60% 60% 56% 55% 64%
31% 28% 28% 26% 27% 27% 30% 30% 25%
9% 7% 4% 6% 5% 5% 8% 8% 6%
2% 2% 1% 1% 1% 2% 2% 2% 3%
1% 1% 1% 0% 1% 0% 1% 1% 1%
4% 4% 2% 2% 6% 6% 4% 4% 1%
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
15% 15% 18% 24% 19% 20% 17% 17% 21%
28% 28% 35% 34% 29% 27% 29% 30% 28%
37% 34% 31% 28% 29% 24% 33% 34% 32%
8% 9% 8% 6% 8% 8% 8% 8% 9%
4% 4% 2% 2% 3% 2% 3% 4% 5%
2% 3% 2% 1% 4% 4% 2% 3% 2%
6% 7% 3% 5% 8% 15% 6% 5% 3%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Strongly agree 22% 17% 26% 28% 33% 23% 20% 16% 23% 20%
Tend to agree 35% 35% 36% 33% 37% 39% 36% 33% 37% 33%
Neither agree nor disagree 28% 31% 25% 14% 16% 23% 30% 38% 25% 32%
Tend to disagree 6% 6% 5% 4% 4% 6% 5% 7% 6% 5%
Strongly disagree 3% 4% 3% 5% 3% 2% 3% 4% 4% 2%
Don't know 2% 2% 2% 4% 3% 2% 3% 1% 2% 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4% 5% 3% 12% 4% 4% 4% 2% 3% 5%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Much more aware than before 10% 8% 11% 14% 13% 9% 8% 8% 10% 9%
Somewhat more aware than before 22% 19% 24% 25% 23% 24% 20% 20% 23% 21%
Just as aware as before 63% 67% 59% 52% 58% 59% 66% 68% 63% 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1% 1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1%
Much less aware than before 1% 1% 0% 1% 0% 1% 1% 0% 1% 1%
Don't know 4% 4% 5% 7% 5% 7% 4% 2% 3% 5%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
21% 23% 18% 23% 20% 21% 26% 26%
38% 30% 35% 36% 37% 36% 31% 31%
30% 28% 28% 24% 28% 28% 28% 31%
5% 8% 9% 7% 4% 6% 6% 2%
2% 5% 3% 4% 3% 3% 2% 3%
1% 2% 3% 2% 3% 2% 4% 1%
3% 4% 4% 4% 5% 4% 3% 5%
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
10% 10% 9% 12% 9% 10% 12% 5%
21% 20% 23% 25% 20% 22% 21% 24%
65% 63% 63% 55% 64% 63% 59% 67%
0% 1% 0% 3% 1% 1% 2% 0%
1% 0% 0% - 1% 1% - 0%
3% 5% 4% 4% 4% 4% 6% 4%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
25% 20% 19% 21% 24% 18% 23% 21% 18% 21% 26% 26%
33% 41% 37% 30% 31% 35% 36% 39% 34% 36% 31% 31%
27% 29% 33% 28% 28% 28% 24% 23% 36% 28% 28% 31%
8% 3% 6% 9% 7% 9% 7% 4% 4% 6% 6% 2%
3% 3% 1% 5% 5% 3% 4% 3% 2% 3% 2% 3%
- 1% 1% 3% 1% 3% 2% 3% 3% 2% 4% 1%
4% 3% 3% 5% 3% 4% 4% 7% 3% 4% 3% 5%
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
11% 11% 7% 11% 9% 9% 12% 10% 9% 10% 12% 5%
16% 23% 21% 20% 20% 23% 25% 24% 14% 22% 21% 24%
69% 63% 66% 63% 64% 63% 55% 60% 72% 63% 59% 67%
- - 0% 0% 2% 0% 3% 1% 1% 1% 2% 0%
1% 1% - 1% - 0% - 1% 1% 1% - 0%
3% 2% 5% 6% 5% 4% 4% 5% 4% 4% 6% 4%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
22% 23% 22% 23% 12% 25% 32% 19% 27% 21% 13% 24%
41% 37% 40% 34% 29% 33% 33% 36% 34% 31% 36% 35%
24% 24% 24% 12% 44% 26% 22% 32% 21% 34% 41% 22%
6% 6% 6% 3% 8% 4% 4% 6% 5% 5% 7% 5%
2% 5% 3% 5% 5% 4% 2% 3% 5% 2% 1% 4%
2% 2% 2% 4% 1% 4% 2% 1% 2% 2% 1% 3%
3% 3% 3% 19% 2% 5% 5% 2% 6% 4% 1% 7%
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
10% 8% 10% 14% 7% 10% 11% 10% 10% 6% 6% 11%
23% 28% 24% 22% 20% 23% 17% 22% 22% 20% 21% 21%
61% 58% 60% 53% 68% 60% 66% 64% 62% 66% 65% 61%
1% 2% 1% 1% 1% - 1% 1% 2% 1% 2% 1%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% - - 1% - 1% - 0%
4% 3% 4% 9% 3% 6% 6% 3% 5% 5% 6% 6%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
19% 28% 32% 24% 29% 15% 21% 23% 28% 28% 28% 23% 27%
35% 35% 37% 42% 37% 22% 35% 35% 39% 35% 37% 35% 36%
31% 23% 22% 17% 22% 16% 32% 24% 22% 24% 22% 28% 24%
6% 3% 4% 10% 5% 10% 6% 5% 5% 6% 8% 6% 6%
3% 4% 1% 4% 2% 5% 3% 4% 2% 1% 3% 2% 2%
2% 2% 2% 4% 2% 7% 1% 3% 2% 3% 1% 3% 2%
4% 4% 2% - 3% 25% 2% 7% 2% 2% 2% 4% 3%
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
9% 12% 12% 7% 11% 9% 9% 10% 7% 10% 9% 12% 10%
21% 23% 26% 28% 25% 17% 23% 20% 26% 25% 25% 26% 25%
66% 57% 56% 54% 56% 46% 62% 64% 56% 54% 60% 57% 57%
1% 1% 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% 1% 3% 1% 2% - 2%
1% - - 1% 0% - 1% 0% - 1% 1% - 0%
3% 7% 5% 8% 6% 26% 4% 5% 8% 8% 3% 6% 6%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
17%
35%
37%
6%
3%
1%
2%
838
783
8%
21%
66%
1%
1%
3%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q2_2. Lockdown has made me expect to need to
reduce my overall household spending in the next 12
months
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Strongly agree 22%
Tend to agree 35%
Neither agree nor disagree 28%
Tend to disagree 6%
Strongly disagree 3%
Don't know 2%
Not applicable - this doesn't apply to me 4%
How much more or less aware would you say you have
become of each of the following since the start of
lockdown (i.e. since 23rd March 2020) compared to before
lockdown, or are you just as aware as before? (Please
select the option that best applies on each row)
JLE_q3_1. The importance of taking steps to reduce my
carbon footprint
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 10%
Somewhat more aware than before 22%
Just as aware as before 63%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 1%
Don't know 4%
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
23% 24% 30% 34% 29% 34% 25% 25% 29%
36% 37% 40% 36% 38% 31% 37% 38% 32%
26% 23% 18% 19% 19% 17% 24% 24% 24%
5% 6% 5% 5% 5% 5% 5% 5% 6%
3% 3% 3% 1% 3% 3% 2% 3% 5%
2% 2% 2% 1% 3% 2% 2% 2% 1%
4% 5% 2% 4% 5% 8% 4% 4% 3%
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
10% 11% 11% 14% 13% 14% 12% 11% 13%
22% 22% 24% 27% 25% 25% 21% 25% 22%
63% 63% 62% 55% 56% 53% 63% 60% 63%
1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 1%
0% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1% 0%
4% 3% 2% 2% 4% 5% 4% 4% 1%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
Male Female 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ ABC1 C2DE
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
Gender Age Social Grade
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283 1117 1166 214 313 395 373 988 1339 944
Base: All GB adults 2283 1107 1176 253 335 416 374 905 1301 982
Much more aware than before 14% 12% 16% 17% 16% 13% 12% 14% 15% 13%
Somewhat more aware than before 28% 26% 30% 34% 28% 28% 26% 27% 30% 25%
Just as aware as before 53% 58% 49% 39% 50% 52% 58% 57% 52% 55%
Somewhat less aware than before 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% - 0% 0% 1%
Much less aware than before 0% 1% 0% 1% 1% - 1% 0% 0% 1%
Don't know 4% 3% 4% 8% 5% 7% 3% 1% 3% 5%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
North Midlands East London South England (NET) Wales Scotland
Region
542 374 205 293 560 1974 119 190
546 377 196 308 546 1973 112 199
16% 14% 15% 15% 13% 14% 15% 10%
28% 26% 27% 29% 30% 28% 20% 31%
52% 55% 52% 50% 53% 53% 59% 56%
0% 1% - 2% 0% 1% 1% 0%
0% 1% 1% 0% 0% 0% - -
3% 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 6% 3%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
North East North WestYorkshire and
the HumberEast Midlands West Midlands
East of
EnglandLondon South East South West England (NET) Wales Scotland
Government Region
103 248 191 190 184 205 293 342 218 1974 119 190
105 249 191 191 186 196 308 337 209 1973 112 199
15% 19% 12% 14% 14% 15% 15% 15% 10% 14% 15% 10%
23% 27% 31% 24% 28% 27% 29% 34% 23% 28% 20% 31%
59% 50% 51% 56% 53% 52% 50% 47% 63% 53% 59% 56%
- 0% 1% 1% 1% - 2% - 0% 1% 1% 0%
1% 1% - 1% 1% 1% 0% 1% - 0% - -
2% 2% 5% 5% 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 6% 3%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
Working full
time
Working part
time
ALL
WORKERS
(NET)
Full time
studentRetired Unemployed
Not working/
Other
Married/ Civil
Partnership
Living as
married
Separated/
DivorcedWidowed Never Married
Working Status Marital Status
741 256 997 102 634 161 389 1053 264 233 84 645
753 265 1018 122 564 170 408 1013 274 226 76 691
14% 14% 14% 18% 12% 11% 16% 13% 16% 13% 11% 15%
28% 32% 29% 31% 27% 31% 24% 29% 28% 25% 27% 27%
53% 49% 52% 42% 59% 52% 53% 54% 50% 58% 56% 51%
1% 1% 1% - 0% 1% 0% 0% 1% - 2% 0%
1% 0% 1% 1% 0% - 0% 1% - - - 0%
4% 3% 4% 9% 2% 5% 6% 3% 5% 4% 5% 5%
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Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
0 1 2 3+
ALL WITH
CHILDREN IN
HOUSEHOLD
(NET)
Refused
Parent/
guardian (any
age)
Not parent/
guardian
4 years and
under5 to 11 years 12 to 16 years 17 to 18 years
18 years and
under
Children in Household Parent/ Guardian
1662 261 231 86 578 43 1304 979 188 266 216 77 545
1631 277 238 91 606 46 1268 1015 202 275 221 79 565
14% 17% 14% 15% 15% 9% 14% 15% 11% 14% 12% 11% 13%
27% 29% 32% 33% 30% 26% 28% 27% 30% 29% 32% 33% 30%
56% 48% 50% 45% 48% 32% 54% 53% 50% 47% 54% 51% 50%
1% - 0% - 0% 4% 0% 1% 1% 1% - 1% 1%
1% - - - - - 0% 0% - - - - -
2% 7% 4% 8% 6% 29% 4% 4% 8% 8% 2% 4% 6%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
Over 18 years
Parent/ Guardian
838
783
14%
27%
56%
0%
1%
2%
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GB18 Sample: 9th - 10th July 2020
Sample Size: 2,283 GB Adults
LCENB_Q1. By 'energy source', we mean material such as
coal, gas and wood consumed in the generation of power.
For an energy source to qualify as 'low or zero carbon', it
must reabsorb the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it
emits into the atmosphere within a certain number of
years.
How many years do you think this should be? (Please
select the option that best applies. Even if you are unsure
please give your best estimate)
Total
JLE_q3_2. The importance of our surroundings and the
need to take steps to protect our environment
Unweighted base 2283
Base: All GB adults 2283
Much more aware than before 14%
Somewhat more aware than before 28%
Just as aware as before 53%
Somewhat less aware than before 1%
Much less aware than before 0%
Don't know 4%
Cell Contents (Column Percentages)
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Instagram SnapchatFacebook
MessengerWhatsApp Skype
Social Media/ Messaging service (within the last month)
1609 769 388 314 786 305 1386 1440 298
1620 789 384 317 828 339 1411 1467 295
15% 16% 16% 18% 18% 20% 15% 16% 19%
29% 27% 33% 33% 30% 32% 28% 30% 30%
52% 53% 48% 46% 47% 42% 52% 50% 49%
0% 1% 0% 1% 0% 1% 0% 1% 1%
0% 0% - - 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
3% 3% 2% 2% 4% 5% 3% 3% 1%
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