Public and the energy problem

Journal Article · Fri Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1978 · Bull. At. Sci.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1080/00963402.1978.11458484· OSTI ID:6946352

Rosa, E

Public acceptance and support of energy conservation policies is vital, yet a review of Gallup Polls conducted between 1973 and 1977 indicates that American concern about energy is minimal relative to economic concerns. Interest peaked briefly during the 1973 Arab oil embargo and immediately after President Carter's 1977 energy message. Explanations for the need to have periodic reminders about energy include the contradictory messages the public receives and the skepticism that develops from the confusion. Policymakers need to plan public-information programs before instituting either voluntary or mandatory conservation policies if those policies are to be effective. 7 references.

• Research Organization: Stanford Univ., CA
• OSTI ID: 6946352
• Journal Information: Bull. At. Sci.; (United States), Journal Name: Bull. At. Sci.; (United States) Vol. 34:4; ISSN BASIA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
290200 -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Economics & Sociology
291000* -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Conservation
ALLOCATIONS
BEHAVIOR
ECONOMICS
EDUCATION
ENERGY CONSERVATION
ENERGY SHORTAGES
GOVERNMENT POLICIES
INFORMATION
PUBLIC OPINION
PUBLIC RELATIONS
REGULATIONS