Environmentalism starts at home, we can each and every one of us do something to conserve the environment which is at least a step in the right direction as these can, and do, have wider global impact. Look at consumers efforts to buy organic and fair trade products, to lessen their carbon footprint. Millions support conservation of the rain forests and wildlife and assist victims of poverty and environmental catastrophes.

Essentially, we are survivalists and will protect ourselves and loved ones first when we feel we are empowered to do so. Then we can look at the bigger picture.

As Timothy mentions, it would be very interesting to have this survey conducted in other countries (both developed and developing) to compare notes.