A survey of 801 women over the age of 18 has revealed some serious female muscle behind the green and clean energy movement happening around the country.
The national Women’s Survey on Energy and the Environment, conducted by the Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) and the Women’s Council on Energy and the Environment (WCEE) shows that women want the country to embrace clean energy source and are taking action to support their beliefs.
“Women have a huge stake in our nation’s energy future and can play a vital role in moving our country toward clean sources of electricity, such as wind, solar and nuclear, that do not pollute the air we breathe or contribute to global warming,” said Barbara Kasoff, president of WIPP.
When it comes to conserving energy women are leaders in their households. The survey shows that 97 percent of women are lowering thermostats, turning off lights and appliances when not in use and purchasing energy efficient light bulbs to conserve energy.
Reportedly 91 percent of women take on the dominant role in the household of conserving energy and making plans to cut out wasteful practices.
Women business owner are also vocal advocates of improving the environment in which they work and play. WIPP and WCEE found that women in business say moving to clean energy was a top priority at their company and their number one eco-friendly goal.
These female business leaders are suggesting that the government help make it worth their while to clean up their operations. Eighty-seven percent of women business owners surveyed said federal tax incentives are a good way to encourage companies to get on board with clean energy initiatives.
