Majority of Australians keen to switch from gas to electric to lower emissions, survey finds
by Amy Remeikis from on (#6B2Q1)
Poll reveals 65% of drivers expect to be buying a hybrid or electric vehicle if they upgrade in the next 10 years
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The majority of Australians feel positive about switching off the gas and turning to cleaner energy options, with environmental reasons one of the biggest drivers behind the shift, according to new research by the Australia Institute and research firm SEC Newgate.
In a poll about electrification, 55% felt positively about electrifying more homes, with 59% mentioning environmental reasons as a main driver of their opinion and 18% pointing to the potential for cheaper electricity bills.
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