Public perceptions of the energy problem

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1978 · Resources; (United States)

OSTI ID:5127673

Fischman, L L

A wide range of public perceptions and attitudes has hampered efforts to pass energy legislation. Public-opinion polls show a consensus only on the need to keep energy prices down and the recognition that the problems are serious. Concerns range from doomsday fears to brushing the problem aside as bureaucratic ineptitude. The polls generally reveal widespread misinformation and ignorance. Opinions on the National Energy Plan reflect the degree of personal impact anticipated, with lower-income groups more opposed to economic disincentives than affluent groups. Several polls taken during 1977 are compared and evaluated in terms of their usefulness and the changes they reflect.

• OSTI ID: 5127673
• Journal Information: Resources; (United States), Journal Name: Resources; (United States) Vol. 57; ISSN RESUB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
290200 -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Economics & Sociology
293000* -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Policy
Legislation
& Regulation
BEHAVIOR
CHARGES
ECONOMICS
ENERGY POLICY
ENERGY SUPPLIES
GOVERNMENT POLICIES
INFORMATION
LEGISLATION
NATIONAL ENERGY PLAN
PUBLIC OPINION
PUBLIC RELATIONS
SOCIAL IMPACT
TAXES