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1/6 The results of a recent CBS News poll, Eye On Earth, show that a majority of Americans feel some call of duty in taking care of the environment for future generations and are willing to make some sacrifices in order to achieve that. ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx Man stands on rock on the shore.
2/6 When asked to choose between approaches toward the environment and climate change, 58% of Americans think people should try to do things to shape and change it, while 42% think people should learn to adapt to what happens and make the best of it. ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx Smoke Stack Emitting Pollution From Power Plant With Reflect
3/6 When asked about making sacrifices, the responses varied depending on the person or party asked, but overall younger adults feel a greater willingness to make many of these sacrifices compared to older Americans. ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx Young child drawing Earth.
4/6 Findings revealed Republicans tended to be less willing to make sacrifices to stop climate change. They showed resistance to paying more money in taxes or for electricity and other utilities, but were willing to install solar panels in their home. ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx Worker checking installation of solar panels on roof of new
5/6 For those who oppose environmental efforts and policies to stop climate change, 44% of Americans said they don’t trust science. ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx Terra satellite image of tropical cyclone
6/6 For more findings from CBS News’ Eye On Earth poll, read our full story: ietv.co/3tJ1Sjx

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