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Is Gen Z attentive to climate issues and motivated to do their part to have a net zero future? Yes, definitely.
In fact, climate concern is widespread among youth, but their climate experience is defined by anxiety, not intensity. They are increasingly cautious and less self-assured in their ability to make an impact on their own climate future.
A May 2026 study from Sacred Heart University with GreatBlue Research finds that the Gen Z population overwhelmingly cares about climate change, sustainability, and social justice. There’s a hitch, though — they don’t feel confident that taking action will make a difference.
