UPEP Overview
In spring of 2023, faculty and students started the Utah People and Environment Poll, or UPEP, to track Utahns' perceptions on environmental issues of importance to the state. 3,750 residents from across the state were randomly selected to participate in the mail and online survey. This is the start of an effort to create a mechanism for gathering timely, relevant, and longitudinal data on issues at the intersection of people and the environment in Utah to help inform policy to address environmental issues. Please see below for additional information and publications using the UPEP data.
Policy Briefs
Research Briefs
| College of Humanities & Social Sciences
Made by Fell (Jorrien & Tiera Peterson) https://www.madebyfell.com/
CANRI Director, Associate Professor of Sociology
Email: jessica.schad@usu.edu
Dr. Jennifer Givens
Associate Professor of Sociology
Email: jennifer.givens@usu.edu
UPEP Press Coverings
HJ News
Utah People and Environment Poll reveals drought, air quality and water are top concerns for Utah residents
Utahns overwhelmingly support state funding for outdoor recreation
Poll: Utahns' perception of climate change shifts
Return responsibilities: Utahns support tribal engagement in climate change initiatives, UPEP reveals
Radio Appearances
kpcw radio show: Utah people and environment poll reveals greatest concerns for residents
The Salt Lake Tribune
KSL.com News