Heterogeneous impacts of temperature extremes on climate attitudes and Green voting

Firsthand encounters with temperature extremes resulting from climate change not only influence attitudes toward climate issues but also foster backing of political parties that advocate environmental policies. Social groups that initially exhibit lower likelihood of endorsing proenvironmental perspectives, e.g., men and lower educated individuals, are more strongly influenced by direct experiences, converging toward the levels observed in groups with initially higher proenvironmental attitudes and a greater tendency to vote for parties manifesting Green policies. The impact of direct experiences is diminished in less affluent regions and in areas with a more pollutant-intensive economy, suggesting tension between economic interests and support for climate mitigation policies.