According to a recent nationwide poll of 1,000 registered voters about the future of energy:
including majorities across party lines,
support increasing natural gas production.
76% of voters, including 80% of Democrats, want a steady clean energy transition using all resources, including natural gas, to keep energy affordable and reliable.
Only slightly behind renewables, such as solar (84%) and wind energy (78%), natural gas is the top energy source voters want to see used more, with 67% in favor of increased usage.
Voters across the political spectrum are united in wanting to use all resources in the clean energy transition.
Voter sentiment on energy transition
Switch as quickly as possible using only renewables
Make a steady transition to cleaner energy using all available options
Don't switch at all to cleaner energy
of voters believe that strengthening U.S. energy independence is vital for energy policy.
of Democrats believe it’s important to support allies by providing reliable energy exports of natural gas.
of moderate Democrats view reducing energy costs as a top priority.
There is a broad consensus that voters want natural gas to be part of a steady transition to clean energy.
Amid concerns about energy reliability and affordability, 76% of voters want a steady transition to clean energy by using all options currently available.
