Climate Change and the Environment in the Middle East and North Africa 2021-2022
October 20, 2022
Arab Barometer Wave VII results make clear that MENA citizens recognize, and are concerned about, the environmental challenges facing the region. People across MENA agree that both citizens and governments contribute to these challenges. At the same time, the results show a broad support among citizens for more government actions in response to climate change. However, despite recognizing the existence and importance of climate change and environmental challenges, other more pressing and immediate issues take priority. The results also demonstrate that a recycling mindset already exists in the region, suggesting that highlighting the environmental benefits of recycling could prove fruitful.
