“Scientists understand the physical basis of climate warming with the same clarity that they understand gravity and electricity. Moreover, the hard evidence that our climate is warming at an unprecedented rate is overwhelming, leading the vast majority of scientists to acknowledge that humans are the cause and that severe consequences await. Yet, Utahns appear to be poorly informed about the cause of climate change. A study by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication indicates that, based on 2016 survey data, only 43 percent of Utahns believe climate warming is primarily caused by human activity. This value is 11 percent below the national state average.
Commentary: Many Utahns lack understanding of human-caused climate change
