USA: 9 out of 10 support solar

A poll reveals that Americans support the use and development of solar power as well as Federal investments in solar technology. The findings come from the 2011 SCHOTT Solar Barometer, a nationally representative survey conducted annually by independent polling firm Kelton Research.

For the fourth consecutive year, the survey found that about 9 out of 10 Americans (89%) think it is important for the United States to develop and use solar energy. Support for solar is strong across the political spectrum with 80% of Republicans, 90% of Independents and 94% of Democrats agreeing that it is important for the United States to develop and use solar.

Source: Renewable Energy Focus