Alternative Energy: Young vs Old

Sixty percent of the American public wants to prioritize the development of alternative energy rather than coal, oil, and natural gas production. Only the oldest Americans do not agree...

Alternative energy is most important priority

Aged 18 to 29: 74%

Aged 30 to 49: 64%

Aged 50 to 64: 53%

Aged 65-plus: 48%

Source: Pew Research Center, As U.S. Energy Production Grows, Public Policy Views Show Little Change