FED: Aussies environmentally conscious, poll finds

AAP General News (Australia)
04-22-2006
FED: Aussies environmentally conscious, poll finds

A new international poll says Australians get top marks for recycling and their concern
over the country's water crisis .. but need to think more about nuclear energy.

The survey of nine thousand people in nine countries .. conducted by market intelligence
solutions provider Global Market Insite Inc .. says Australians are the most keen recyclers
of the countries.

It says 89 per cent of Australians recycle at home on a regular basis .. compared to
the average of 68 per cent.

The poll .. which coincides with International Earth Day .. says 91 per cent of Australians
are worried about the future of the environment.

Australians feel the most significant issue affecting the country is the water crisis
.. with 84 per cent of respondents giving it top priority.

This is followed by pollution and sustainable energy.

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