Identifying the drivers of public support for systemic climate policies

Join us for the first Society and Climate Seminar in 2024, which will be delivered by Dr Chris Klebl, from the School of Psychology, University of Queensland. His talk will be about the drivers of public support for systemic climate change policies.

‘Identifying the drivers of public support for systemic climate policies’ by Dr Chris Klebl

Abstract: As climate change denialism becomes less prevalent, the focus of public discourse has shifted. The debate is not anymore whether we need action on climate change, but what kind of action is needed. Individual actions play an important role in mitigating climate change, but approaches focused solely on individual behavior are often insufficient to significantly reduce CO2 emissions. In contrast, systemic change, such as transitioning to renewable energy sources, has a great impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creates the necessary conditions for individuals to shift to a low-carbon lifestyle. In this talk, I will explore factors that shift people’s focus from individual-level behaviour change policies to systemic climate policies. Specifically, I will focus on the influence of perceived national wealth and perceived inequality on climate policy support. 

Bio: I am a postdoctoral research fellow at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland. My research is at the intersection of social, environmental, and moral psychology. I study the factors influencing people’s support for systemic climate change policies, public attitudes towards biodiversity, as well as the function of aesthetic judgments and their role in morality.

About the Society and Climate Change Seminar Series

Connect with researchers studying similar topics. Present your research in a supportive multidisciplinary environment. PhD and Master students welcome. Held at ANU every six weeks, from 4pm to 5.00 pm, with nibbles and drinks afterwards until 5.30 pm. The seminar series is designed for researchers, students and policy makers.

Kindly supported by the ANU Institute of Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions.