Main Barriers to Adopting a More Sustainable Lifestyle Around the World 2025

Main Barriers to Adopting a More Sustainable Lifestyle Around the World 2025

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TGM StatBox. (2025). Main Barriers to Adopting a More Sustainable Lifestyle Around the World 2025. TGM StatBox.
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Country: Global
Type of survey: CAWI
Number of respondents: 20107
Age group: 18-55+
Published date: 2025
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"What barriers or obstacles do you face in adopting a more sustainable lifestyle?"

Key Takeaways

Several challenges make it hard for people around the world to live more sustainably.
The biggest barrier is high costs, mentioned by about 43% of respondents. Poor recycling or composting facilities (26%) and lack of clear information (24%) are also common problems.
Other obstacles include limited access to sustainable products, lack of public transport, and daily habits that are difficult to change. These challenges show that even when people want to act, the right support and infrastructure are often missing.

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