Study 3517 'July 2025 Barometer' is now available. The microdata file, marginal and cross-reference reports, and technical documentation are available. You can access this study from the Study Catalog search engine or directly through the link below.

The CIS (Spanish National Institute of Statistics and Census) and the Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), affiliated with the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, have signed an agreement to jointly conduct a study on the energy transition in Spain and public perceptions of the implications of this far-reaching socioeconomic transformation. The barometer will conclude its work by the end of 2026. Its results will guide the development of new public policies for a socially just transition, taking advantage of all the benefits associated with Spain's renewable energy potential and promoting the reindustrialization and decarbonization of economic activity. The director general of the CIS, Silvia García, stated that this study "is very important because it allows us to put a topic such as the ecological transition on the table for research, and thus find out what society thinks about it." She also stated that "this agreement reaffirms the recognition and prestige that institutions have for the research work that the CIS can contribute." "This sociological knowledge, based on rigorous statistical data, is essential if we want to understand firsthand what citizens think and, based on that, improve the design of existing support instruments and seek innovative solutions to facilitate a more active role for citizens in the energy transition," emphasizes Miguel Rodrigo, Director General of IDAE. Interviews and discussion groups Through thousands of telephone interviews scheduled in three waves, the study will assess the level of knowledge, understanding, and interest among Spanish society regarding issues such as the deployment of green energy, self-consumption, and the electrification of transportation. Five discussion groups will also be formed—one in Madrid and the rest in four other autonomous communities—to delve into specific aspects related to the energy transformation, with particular attention to public perceptions of issues such as electric mobility, energy efficiency and savings, among others. The barometer will be completed and its results submitted to the IDAE by November 30, 2026. The estimated cost is €355,000, of which the Institute will cover 70%, while the CIS will assume the remaining percentage. The agreement between the two public entities may be extended for annual periods up to a total of four additional years.

Geneva Business School students visited the CIS facilities. Chief of Staff Óscar Iglesias showed them the institution's 60th anniversary exhibition and the center's facilities. The students, who are studying the Master of International Management, were able to see how the CIS works and the work carried out by the center's specialists.  

The CIS has conducted its third survey on civil protection, which asks about forest fire management and the assistance services available to combat them. 69.7% believe the number of forest fires will increase in the coming years, while 13.2% think they will remain the same. 9.6% believe there will be fewer fires. 13.2% of those surveyed say they have been affected by a fire this year. Of these, 33.6% say they reacted to the fire with "confusion and anxiety," 28.4% with "fear and more moderate apprehension," and 28.3% with "calmness." Regarding how the fire has affected them, 57.1% say they have experienced "limitations or disruptions to services or infrastructure, such as schools, roads, or utilities"; 51.1% say that "their town or surrounding area has suffered material or personal damage," and 28.4% "have had to wear a mask in their town." 43.8% of Spaniards say they have a "low or very low" level of knowledge about how to behave in a forest fire, while 32% say their knowledge is "very high or high." Reasons for the fires 90.3% believe the increase in the number of fires is due to the lack of clearing and maintenance of the area's forests; 86.6% believe it is due to the abandonment of traditional practices that maintained the forest's balance; and 77.4% believe the cause is rural depopulation. Fire management 55.1% of those surveyed are convinced that the most important aspect of fire management is prevention; 43.5% believe that prevention is as important as extinguishing fires, and only 0.8% say extinguishing fires is more important. Regarding management, 54.3% believe their autonomous community, on its own, is "little or not at all prepared" to deal with forest fires, while 36.8% believe their community is "very or fairly prepared." 80.8% agree that it is preferable for their autonomous community's fire prevention and extinguishing services to be public, while 7.8% prefer to hire private companies. 5.3% agree that a mixed model is best. Necessary actions 98.3% of Spaniards believe that cleaning, pruning, and clearing before fires must be improved, 97.9% say that fire prevention services must be improved, and 93.9% believe that the working conditions of fire prevention and extinguishing personnel must be improved. Mobile notification 94.3% consider it useful to receive a mobile alert in the event of an extraordinary emergency in their area. These and other data are collected in this survey conducted from September 8 to 12 with 3,004 interviews.

Study 3527 ' Civil Protection (III) ' is now available. The microdata file, marginal and cross-reference reports, and technical documentation are available. You can access this study from the Study Catalog search engine or directly through the link below.

Study 3524 ' September 2025 Barometer ' is now available. The microdata file, marginal and cross-reference reports, and technical documentation are available. You can access this study from the Study Catalog search engine or directly through the link below.

Study 3524 ' September 2025 Barometer ' is now available. The microdata file, marginal and cross-reference reports, and technical documentation are available. You can access this study from the Study Catalog search engine or directly through the link below.

On March 13 , at 12:30 p.m., the preliminary results of the Consumer Confidence Index ( CCI ) will be available to all media and interested parties on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es). The ICC monthly assesses recent developments and expectations of Spanish consumers regarding their household finances, employment, and their savings and spending possibilities. For any questions, please call the Communications office at 91 580 76 25 / 664 470 083.

On March 13 , at 12:30 p.m., the preliminary results of the Consumer Confidence Index ( CCI ) will be available to all media and interested parties on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es). The ICC monthly assesses recent developments and expectations of Spanish consumers regarding their household finances, employment, and their savings and spending possibilities. For any questions, please call the Communications office at 91 580 76 25 / 664 470 083.

On March 13 , at 12:30 p.m., the preliminary results of the Consumer Confidence Index ( CCI ) will be available to all media and interested parties on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es). The ICC monthly assesses recent developments and expectations of Spanish consumers regarding their household finances, employment, and their savings and spending possibilities. For any questions, please call the Communications office at 91 580 76 25 / 664 470 083.

In honor of International Women's Day, the CIS celebrates another year on March 8th. This year, the presentations will focus on women and politics.

On September 24 , at 12:30 p.m. , the preliminary results of the study "Civil Protection (III)" will be available to all media and interested parties on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es). For any questions, please call the Communications office at 91 580 76 25 / 664 470 083.

The CIS conducted its monthly poll with the usual questions about voting intentions, assessments of leaders, and other current issues such as the NATO summit at the end of June and international conflicts. In July, the PSOE is expected to reach an estimated 27% of the vote, while the Popular Party is expected to obtain 26.5%, VOX 18.9%, Sumar 7.8%, and Podemos 4.4%. Assessment of political leaders and preference as president Pedro Sánchez is the highest-rated political leader with an average score of 3.99, followed by Yolanda Díaz with 3.97; Alberto Núñez Feijóo with 3.83; and Santiago Abascal with 3.15. Regarding preference for Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez is the favorite for 34.4% of those surveyed who give their opinion, 17 points ahead of Alberto Núñez Feijóo who is the favorite for 17.4%, with the same percentage as Santiago Abascal (17.4%), Isabel Díaz Ayuso for 8.8% and Yolanda Díaz for 5.6%. Assessment of ministers The Minister of Social Rights, Pablo Bustinduy, is the highest-rated member of the entire Executive branch with a 5.13, followed by the Minister of Economy, Carlos Cuerpo, with a 5.04, and, in third place, the Minister of Defense, Margarita Robles, with a 4.62. NATO 54.9% of Spaniards support Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's decision to limit defense spending to 2.1% of GDP, while 29.5% agree with Donald Trump's demand that all member states allocate 5% of their GDP. A further 10.7% disagree with either option. Furthermore, 57.5% support the Spanish government's refusal to comply with the US president's demands, while 34.7% believe it should comply. 58.4% believe each party should defend what it deems appropriate, while 34.6% believe all parties should support Pedro Sánchez's decision regarding NATO. 72.8% of respondents knew that allocating 5% of GDP would entail sharp tax increases and significant reductions in wages and social spending, and 18.9% said they didn't know what it would entail. International conflicts 77.1% say they are "very or quite concerned" about the bombings that have taken place between Israel and the US and Iran, 12.8% say they are "a little or not at all" concerned, and 8.9% say they are "somewhat" concerned. Regarding the war in the Middle East, 70.1% say they are “very or quite concerned,” 12.7% “a little or not at all,” and 15.1% say they are “somewhat concerned.” Problems in Spain The main problem currently existing in Spain, according to those surveyed, is housing (30%), followed by corruption and fraud, which is the main problem for 25.3%, and immigration, which is the main problem for 18.4%. When asked about the problems that personally affect respondents, the economic crisis and economic problems are in first place for 24.9%, housing (22.5%) and healthcare in third place for 22.1%. Economic situation 65.1% of Spaniards consider their current personal financial situation to be very good or good, compared to 23.5% who say it is bad or very bad. When asked about Spain's overall economic situation, 39.4% consider it very good or good, compared to 51.3% who say it is very bad or bad. These and other data are collected in the barometer conducted from July 1 to 7, with 4,018 interviews. The complete data can be found on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es).

On October 8 , at 12:30 p.m., the preliminary results of the Consumer Confidence Index ( CCI ) will be available to all media and interested parties on the website of the Center for Sociological Research (www.cis.es). The ICC monthly assesses recent developments and expectations of Spanish consumers regarding their household finances, employment, and their savings and spending possibilities. For any questions, please call the Communications office at 91 580 76 25 / 664 470 083.