A fair way to go: what do South Africans think of climate change and the transition to clean energy?

As the country shifts away from coal towards cleaner energy sources, HSRC data reveals that while an increasing proportion of South Africans are aware of climate change, deep divides remain in understanding, trust and support. The findings offer a rare window into public opinion during a time of growing climate threats and persistent inequality.

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Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2026-05-22
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https://doi.org/10.14749/32361318
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Climate Change Communication and Perception
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A fair way to go: what do South Africans think of climate change and the transition to clean energy?

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Climate Change Communication and Perception
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A fair way to go: what do South Africans think of climate change and the transition to clean energy?

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Abstract

As the country shifts away from coal towards cleaner energy sources, HSRC data reveals that while an increasing proportion of South Africans are aware of climate change, deep divides remain in understanding, trust and support. The findings offer a rare window into public opinion during a time of growing climate threats and persistent inequality.

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Openalex Percentile: Top 3%
Climate Change Communication and Perception
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