4 July 2007
Concern about global warming has more than doubled since last October, a worldwide consumer survey released on Wednesday by research group Nielsen has found.It said global warming was fast emerging as one of the major concerns among the world's consumers, with 17 percent citing it as a major concern. That compares with seven percent in October, when the last survey was conducted, Nielsen said in a news release.The findings were part of the company's Global Consumer Confidence Study, which polled 26 486 Internet users in 11 Asia Pacific markets as well as in Europe, North America and the Middle East."The recent publication of reports on environmental issues has increased consumer awareness of global warming in Asia Pacific, with concern levels increasing across the region, led by Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan," said Paul Richmond, managing director of ACNielsen for Singapore and Malaysia.Carbon dioxide from energy use is a major contributor to the greenhouse gases which scientists blame for global warming.The issue has caught the attention of policymakers and about 7 000 Live Earth events in 129 countries are to be held on Saturday.The events, which include eight giant concerts, are being promoted by former US vice president Al Gore as part of his bid to focus attention on the dangers of climate change.
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