More evidence that Republicans have a death wish for the planet

 

Line graphs and headline:  Pew Research, 6/5/2025

Key highlights 

• While wind and solar power are still popular overall, Americans have become less supportive of these sources since the first Trump administration. This shift has been driven by sharp declines in support among Republicans and Republican leaners. 

• Nuclear power has seen an increase in support in recent years, with more positive views among Republicans and Democrats alike. 

• Phasing out the production of new gasoline cars and trucks by 2035 is unpopular with Americans. A majority oppose this proposal, and opposition has become more widespread since 2021 (among both Republicans and Democrats). 

• Americans are more likely to say they would seriously consider buying a hybrid vehicle (45%) than an electric vehicle (33%). Democrats remain more likely than Republicans to say that next time they purchase a vehicle, they would be interested in buying a hybrid or electric model.