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Geographical Trends in Climate Change Searches
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Google search trends for the keywords "Climate Change" and "Global Warming" from 2004 to the present are explored in this data. It provides a comparative look at worldwide search interest in these two related but distinct terms. "Global warming" refers to the rise in Earth's average surface temperature due to human-made greenhouse gas emissions, while "climate change" encompasses the broader, long-term shifts in Earth's climate, including changes in sea levels, ice, and weather patterns. This data is useful for understanding public awareness and interest in these critical environmental topics over time.
Columns
- City: The city from which the search data was collected.
- Climate change: (1/1/04 - 9/27/21): The search interest percentage for the keyword "Climate change" within the specified time frame for that city.
- Global Warming: (1/1/04 - 9/27/21): The search interest percentage for the keyword "Global Warming" within the specified time frame for that city.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV file format named
Breakdown_City.csv. It contains 3 columns and 72 unique records, representing different cities. The data is fully populated, with no missing values.Usage
This data can be used to:
- Analyse and visualise the geographical distribution of public interest in climate change versus global warming.
- Conduct market research to understand public sentiment and awareness of environmental issues.
- Track shifts in terminology and public focus over nearly two decades.
- Support academic research in environmental studies, sociology, and data science.
Coverage
- Geographic: The data covers 72 cities worldwide, including Manila which is listed as the most common city.
- Time Range: The search data spans from 1 January 2004 to 27 September 2021.
- Demographic: No specific demographic data is provided; the focus is on geographic search trends.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Environmental Researchers: To study public perception and awareness of key climate terms.
- Data Journalists: To create visualisations and stories about how public interest in environmental topics has evolved.
- Policymakers: To gauge public concern about climate-related issues in different regions.
- Sociologists: To analyse societal trends and communication patterns related to environmental science.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Climate Change vs. Global Warming: A Google Trends Analysis
- Worldwide Search Interest in Climate Terminology (2004-2021)
- Geographical Trends in Climate Change Searches
- Public Interest in Global Warming: A City-Level Breakdown
Attributes
Original Data Source: Geographical Trends in Climate Change Searches
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