Analysis of the Consciousness of University Undergraduates for Sustainable Consumption

Peña-Cerezo, Miguel A.; Artaraz-Miñón, Miren; Tejedor-Nunez, Jorge

doi:10.3390/su11174597

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“…This approach is particularly important in the context of examining generational differences. Young consumers were selected as the focus of the research as they are an important social group from the perspective of sustainable and ecological consumption (Pena-Cerezo et. al., 2019).…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

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Sustainable Consumption in the Behavior of Young Consumers

Wyrwa,

Barska,

Jędrzejczak-Gas

et al. 2023

EJSD

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The aim of the article is to characterize the attitude of young consumers towards the concept of sustainable consumption in the area of food consumption, which is manifested, among others, in the declared engagement in sustainable behaviors both in the market as well as in households. The research was conducted using the CAWI method on a sample of Polish consumers from the Lubuskie region. The article consists of two parts. The first part explores the problems of sustainable consumption. The second part presents the results of research on consumer attitudes towards the concept of sustainable consumption in the area of food consumption. Particular attention was paid to the awareness of the implications of consumer behavior in the process of satisfying food needs. Behaviors, attitudes and beliefs of consumers related to sustainable consumption were characterized, and an attempt was subsequently made to determine the extent of the gap existing between behaviors and attitudes. The conducted survey research constituted an attempt at highlighting certain consumption problems among young people, to have them share their views on the different issues of sustainable consumption, as well as to emphasize the importance of various factors in shaping sustainable food consumption patterns. The article certainly is not an exhaustive examination of all the problems areas of sustainable consumption, but it should make these more easily identifiable all while stressing the real role and importance of sustainable behaviors among young consumers in the modern economy. Keywords: sustainable consumption, sustainable development, young consumer.

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Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sustainable Consumption in the Behavior of Young Consumers

Wyrwa,

Barska,

Jędrzejczak-Gas

et al. 2023

EJSD

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“…This presupposes using renewable assets to avoid shortages of essential resources in the future. Consequently, companies that can effectively manage their environment and social justice will also become more economically sustainable [27,28].…”

Section: Economic Sustainabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling to Measure the Moderating Effect of Gender: An Empirical Study

2021

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Over recent decades, much has been written about sustainable development and its main dimensions (environmental, social, and economic). However, to date, there is a lack of academic literature on the relationship between these dimensions of sustainability, as well as whether sustainability is moderated by an individual’s gender. To fill this gap in the literature, the aim of this study is two-fold: first, we want to empirically analyze whether there is a relationship between these dimensions and, if so, whether this relationship is positive; secondly, we aim to evaluate whether gender influences the link between these dimensions of sustainability. To this end, a sample of 411 responses was analyzed using the Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) methodology. The results revealed that there is a positive relationship between the three dimensions of sustainability; however, the effect of gender was observed only in the case of the relationship between social and environmental sustainability. The paper concludes with a discussion of the results and an outline of their theoretical and practical implications for industry.

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“…Specifically, the topic of waste appears as a learning standard at all educational levels and is specifically worked on in the area of Physical Education. Taking into account the impact of waste on the environment [46] and the current attitude of uncontrolled over-consumption [47], it would be advisable to deal with this concept in greater depth from the earliest school ages.…”

Section: Social Andmentioning

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An Integrated Model Approach of Education for Sustainable Development: Exploring the Concepts of Water, Energy and Waste in Primary Education

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Education for Sustainable Development requires improving the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of students at all levels of education. However, this should start from the earliest stages of education, promoting an effective teaching/learning process of key concepts for sustainable development. Accordingly, the general objective of this research was to analyze the concepts of water, energy and waste in the primary education curriculum (6–12 years) in Spain. A qualitative research approach was followed, with an exploratory and descriptive design. A system of categories was established for each of the concepts under study, with the aim of classifying the references found, analyzing their integration into the different subjects, academic courses, curricular elements and levels of cognitive demand required of the students. The results of the lexicographical analysis of the content reveal that the regulations governing primary education in Spain mainly focus on the concept of energy and, to a lesser extent, on the concepts of water and waste. In addition, cognitive levels of knowledge and comprehension predominate based on the taxonomy used. The results suggest the need to develop initiatives for the educational framework that promote not only learning, but also attitudes and behaviors that contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Analysis of the Consciousness of University Undergraduates for Sustainable Consumption

Cited by 15 publications

References 91 publications

Sustainable Consumption in the Behavior of Young Consumers

Sustainable Consumption in the Behavior of Young Consumers

Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling to Measure the Moderating Effect of Gender: An Empirical Study

An Integrated Model Approach of Education for Sustainable Development: Exploring the Concepts of Water, Energy and Waste in Primary Education

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