AARP Bulletin Survey on Environmental Issues: Executive Summary

A nationwide survey commissioned by the AARP Bulletin asked adults age 18 and older which ecologically sound practices they engaged in and whether they felt their actions could lessen the negative impact on the environment. This executive summary, by Gerard Rainville, reports that an overall majority of respondents believe they can make a difference in terms of protecting the environment. However, fewer of those over 50 feel this way compared with those under 50. Though those over 50 may appear to be less optimistic about protecting the environment, their practices (with a few exceptions) are as ecologically conscious as those under 50. … Back to Article