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January 11, 2021 - Euractiv

Most Europeans plan to curb flying and eat less meat for climate, EU poll says

A majority of European citizens intend to fly less and already eat less meat to help fight climate change, according to a survey published by the European Investment Bank (EIB) on Monday (11 January).

Out of 27,700 survey respondents in the EU’s 27 countries, 74% said they intended to fly less frequently for environmental reasons once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. 43% said they would do this “all the time” and 31% said they would “from time to time”.

Most respondents said flying would be the easiest thing to give up. Meanwhile, 39% of Europeans and 38% of Americans said giving up their car would be the most difficult option. This was particularly the case in rural areas.

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