Factors affecting energy saving behaviour: a prospective research

被引:24
作者
do Paco, Arminda [1 ]
Varejao, Lilia [2 ]
机构
[1] Univ Beira Interior, Dept Econ & Business, Res Unit NECE, P-6200209 Covilha, Portugal
[2] Parkurbis SA, Lobby Prod, P-6200865 Covilha, Portugal
关键词
environment; energy saving; consumer behaviour; green marketing; ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN; GREEN; CONSUMERS;
D O I
10.1080/09640568.2010.495489
中图分类号
F0 [经济学]; F1 [世界各国经济概况、经济史、经济地理]; C [社会科学总论];
学科分类号
0201 ; 020105 ; 03 ; 0303 ;
摘要
The purpose of this study is to outline the theme of saving energy resources and its relationship with the preservation of the environment, as well as the importance of green marketing in achieving sustainability. The model of data collection was a survey conducted by self-administered questionnaire. After collection, the data were statistically analysed and interpreted. Most individuals claim to be concerned about environmental problems, with 68% of these belonging to the 'Savers' group. However, even though they may be concerned with environmental problems, the vast majority of individuals do not have any system of renewable energy in their homes, despite claiming that renewable energies are a viable option for protecting the environment. Women display behaviour that is more favourable to the saving of energy resources than do men. Educational levels are not significant for distinguishing the more pro-environmental individuals from the others.
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页码:963 / 976
页数:14
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