Environment & Climate

Republicans are more negative than Democrats toward China, though unfavorable ratings have climbed among both parties.

Majorities in many countries say global climate change is a major threat to their nation. Global concerns about climate change have risen since 2013.

People around the world agree that climate change poses a severe risk to their countries, according to a 26-nation survey conducted in spring 2018. Terrorism, specifically from ISIS, and cyberattacks are also seen by many as major security threats.

More countries see climate change as a top international threat, but many people also name ISIS and cyberattacks as their top security concern.

The U.S. has more foreign students enrolled in its colleges and universities than any other country in the world. Explore data about foreign students in the U.S. higher education system.

People around the world identify ISIS and climate change as the leading international threats. Many also name cyberattacks from other countries and the condition of the global economy as major challenges.

People around the world identify ISIS and climate change as leading international threats. Many also name cyberattacks from other countries and the condition of the global economy as major challenges.

Many favor looking inward to focus on domestic issues, while others question whether commitments to allies should take precedence over national interests.

On April 22, leaders and representatives from more than 150 countries will gather at the United Nations to sign the global climate change agreement reached in Paris in December. Pew Research Center’s spring 2015 survey found that people around the world are concerned about climate change and want their governments to take action. Here are […]

A majority (56%) of Canadians say climate change is harming people now, while only 41% of Americans agree.