A new national survey commissioned by the Centre for Ecological Learning (CELL) and conducted by private company Quest shows 79% of the poll’s 600 participants believe energy and resource consumption must be reduced.
The survey found 79% of participants are in favour of reducing consumption of energy and resources. The same group also recognises the urgency to combat climate change and pollution. However, many expressed scepticism about society’s collective willingness to alter personal consumption patterns. Participants also share the opinion that the fact that not everyone is willing to get involved is slowing down collective actions.
CELL emphasises the survey reveals public demand for clear political guidance. “People show awareness but need accessible solutions,” said CELL’s Léonard Andersen.
When asked which institutions could best drive environmental progress, 47% identified the European Union as the most effective actor, followed by global bodies like the United Nations.
Regarding corporate responsibility, Carlo Kissen of Quest explained that half of respondents demanded longer product lifespans from companies, while 42% called for reduced packaging and 41% advocated against disposable or single-use products.
While respondents expressed willingness to adopt some sustainable practices like eating less meat or buying second-hand clothing, 41% rejected limiting annual car travel to 5,000 km.
CELL urges Luxembourg to leverage these findings to strengthen its climate policies and address its high per-capita carbon footprint. The organisation points to the European CLEVER strategy as a model combining renewable energy, efficiency, and consumption moderation.
