68% of Spaniards believe reducing fossil fuel imports makes EU more secure

A significant majority of Spaniards, 68%, believe that reducing Europe's reliance on imported fossil fuels would enhance the European Union's security. This figure is slightly higher than the average perception among major EU countries, which stands at 64%.

The survey, conducted by YouGov for analysis centers E3G, Transport & Environment, and the Alliance for Electrification, polled 5,000 representative individuals across the five most populous EU nations: Spain, France, Italy, Germany, and Poland. The research took place between May 6 and May 18.

Results reveal widespread support for electrification, increased investment in clean energy sources, and greater European cooperation on energy matters. In Spain specifically, 56% of respondents favor public funding for electric vehicles, and 59% support subsidies for heat pumps. Furthermore, 63% of Spaniards are in favor of the EU financing the production of electric vehicles and the necessary charging infrastructure.

The study highlights that these views transcend traditional political divides. Among voters of the center-right People's Party, 55% support more public backing for heat pumps, 65% advocate for increased European support for electric vehicles, and 52% favor more government funding for these vehicles.

Promoting organizations have urged the EU and national governments to accelerate the transition to electrification and decrease dependence on fossil fuels.