Reducing consumption of electricity: A field experiment in Monaco with boosts and goal setting

Lazaric, Nathalie; Toumi, Mira

doi:10.1016/j.ecolecon.2021.107231

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“…In a comprehensive review of 200 behavioural intervention studies, Mertens et al (2022) found that manipulating tools, such as nudges, are more effective than empowering interventions, such as information provision. Empowering tools are only effective when combined with nudges in energy-saving experiments in Monaco (Lazaric & Toumi, 2022). Video information interventions outperform nudges in promoting the acceptance of recycled water in the US (Tanner & Feltz, 2021).…”

Section: The Expansion Of Behavioural Intervention Toolkitsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Between Carrots and Sticks, from Intentions to Actions: Behavioural Interventions for Housing Decisions

Bao

2023

SSRN Journal

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Section: The Expansion Of Behavioural Intervention Toolkitsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Between Carrots and Sticks, from Intentions to Actions: Behavioural Interventions for Housing Decisions

Bao

2023

SSRN Journal

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“…Still, receiving constant information on energy consumption appears to better support the purpose of energy saving [59]. Moreover, warnings through visual representation tend to be a motivational aid [60], as well as tools supporting goal setting and commitments that can serve as an effective implementation intention to reduce energy consumption [52,61]. A study conducted by Ruokamo et al [62] has shown that peer comparisons decrease electricity consumption only when combined with energy-saving tips, but most importantly, energy-saving behavior is more challenging to encourage within households that are less interested in reducing energy consumption whatever the motivation.…”

Section: Nudging For Energy Savings and Environmentally Aware Choicesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Dual Role of Artificial Intelligence in Developing Smart Cities

Zamponi

Barbierato

2022

Smart Cities

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Defining smart city pillars, and their nature and essence, continues to be debated in the scientific literature. The vast amount of information collected by electronic devices, often regarded merely as a means of rationalizing the use of resources and improving efficiency, could also be considered as a pillar. Information by itself cannot be deciphered or understood without analysis performed by algorithms based on Artificial Intelligence. Such analysis extracts new forms of knowledge in the shape of correlations and patterns used to support the decision-making processes associated with governance and, ultimately, to define new policies. Alongside information, energy plays a crucial role in smart cities as many activities that lead to growth in the economy and employment depend on this pillar. As a result, it is crucial to highlight the link between energy and the algorithms able to plan and forecast the energy consumption of smart cities. The result of this paper consists in the highlighting of how AI and information together can be legitimately considered foundational pillars of smart cities only when their real impact, or value, has been assessed. Furthermore, Artificial Intelligence can be deployed to support smart grids, electric vehicles, and smart buildings by providing techniques and methods to enhance their innovative value and measured efficiency.

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“…Yet the effects vary significantly among studies. For example, boosts are effective only when combined with nudges in energy saving experiments in Monaco [49], while video information boosts outperform nudges in increasing acceptance of recycled water in the US [50]. Therefore, the effectiveness of behavioural interventions is context-specific, and subject to the influence of many possible moderators and mediators such as environmental consciousness (see, for example, [49]).…”

Section: Behavioural Interventions In Environmental Studiesmentioning

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“…For example, boosts are effective only when combined with nudges in energy saving experiments in Monaco [49], while video information boosts outperform nudges in increasing acceptance of recycled water in the US [50]. Therefore, the effectiveness of behavioural interventions is context-specific, and subject to the influence of many possible moderators and mediators such as environmental consciousness (see, for example, [49]). Our literature review reveals that, although the potential of behavioural intervention in increasing the acceptance of entomophagy is significant, there are limited studies in this research stream.…”

Section: Behavioural Interventions In Environmental Studiesmentioning

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Improving Food Security through Entomophagy: Can Behavioural Interventions Influence Consumer Preference for Edible Insects?

Bao

Song

2022

Sustainability

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Compared with meats, edible insects taste just as good, are equally or even more nutritious, and have a significantly smaller environmental footprint. However, the adoption of entomophagy is still limited, particularly in Western countries. Considering the environmental benefits of entomophagy and its potential contribution to food security, it is important to understand factors that can influence the willingness to try edible insects as meat substitutes, and policy tools that can encourage the adoption of entomophagy. This research conducts online experiments to test the effect of a wide range of personal traits and a behavioural intervention combining social norm nudges and information boosts. Our findings suggest that behavioural interventions are cost-effective tools to promote the adoption of entomophagy; consumers can be nudged and educated on the basis of the environmental consequences of their individual food choices and are receptive to adopting entomophagy as a sustainable alternative to animal protein.

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Reducing consumption of electricity: A field experiment in Monaco with boosts and goal setting

Cited by 24 publications

References 54 publications

Between Carrots and Sticks, from Intentions to Actions: Behavioural Interventions for Housing Decisions

Between Carrots and Sticks, from Intentions to Actions: Behavioural Interventions for Housing Decisions

The Dual Role of Artificial Intelligence in Developing Smart Cities

Improving Food Security through Entomophagy: Can Behavioural Interventions Influence Consumer Preference for Edible Insects?

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