As plastics treaty talks resume, microplastic concerns continue to grow
Two-thirds of people worldwide are worried about microplastics in their bodies, highlighting the need for a global plastics treaty. Read More
Climate change’s impact grows as concern levels off, survey finds
Despite the increasing effects of climate change, public concern about the issue remains unchanged, according to GlobeScan research. Read More
The crisis of faith in democracy puts sustainability goals at risk
According to GlobeScan research, citizens in the Global North increasingly believe that their governments do not act in their interest. This trend is a critical symptom of democracy under siege and is at odds with U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 16. Read More
Colombians express most concern about biodiversity loss, survey finds
Nearly 8 in 10 Latin Americans say biodiversity loss is a “very serious” problem, with Colombians expressing the most concern globally, according to GlobeScan research. Read More
Companies must balance action with transparency to meet public expectations, research finds
Healthy and safe products, environmental responsibility, fair wages and transparency top the list of expectations for global businesses, according to a GlobeScan survey. Read More
5 reasons why people don’t trust global companies
Environmental concerns, profit-driven motives and lack of transparency are among the top reasons for lack of trust in global companies, according to GlobeScan research. Read More
The trust gap: Businesses must do more to earn social license to lead, survey finds
Businesses are not trusted as highly as other institutions, according to a GlobeScan survey. Read More
Survey: Extreme heat and soaring food prices are top ways people experience climate change
Those most impacted by climate change report extreme heat and soaring food prices as the key issues they face, according to GlobeScan research. Read More
Nearly half of global population feels effects of climate crisis, survey finds
The percentage of people who say they feel personally impacted by climate change has been consistently increasing since 2020, according to recent GlobeScan research. Read More
People in Global South are most worried about climate change, survey finds
People in Latin America and Africa and the Middle East express the greatest concern for climate change impacts in 2024, according to GlobeScan research. Read More