Marking International Youth Day, the European Parliament’s Youth Survey 2024 reveals young Europeans prioritise affordability and climate action — offering a roadmap for EU policy, investment, and ESG strategy.
The EP Youth Survey 2024, conducted with 25,863 people aged 16–30 in all 27 Member States, found that 40% rank rising prices and the cost of living as the EU’s top priority, followed by environment and climate change (33%) and the economic situation and job creation (31%).
Where priorities differ — and why it matters for ESG strategy
While cost of living leads overall,
