Green Consumption

Author : Bart Barendregt,Rivke Jaffe
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857857989

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Green Consumption by Bart Barendregt,Rivke Jaffe Pdf

Green lifestyles and ethical consumption have become increasingly popular strategies in moving towards environmentally-friendly societies and combating global poverty. Where previously environmentalists saw excess consumption as central to the problem, green consumerism now places consumption at the heart of the solution. However, ethical and sustainable consumption are also important forms of central to the creation and maintenance of class distinction. Green Consumption scrutinizes the emergent phenomenon of what this book terms eco-chic: a combination of lifestyle politics, environmentalism, spirituality, beauty and health. Eco-chic connects ethical, sustainable and elite consumption. It is increasingly part of the identity kit of certain sections of society, who seek to combine taste and style with care for personal wellness and the environment. This book deals with eco-chic as a set of activities, an ideological framework and a popular marketing strategy, offering a critical examination of its manifestations in both the global North and South. The diverse case studies presented in this book range from Basque sheep cheese production and Ghanaian Afro-chic hairstyles to Asian tropical spa culture and Dutch fair-trade jewellery initiatives. The authors assess the ways in which eco-chic, with its apparent paradox of consumption and idealism, can make a genuine contribution to solving some of the most pressing problems of our time.

Author : Alberto do Amaral Junior,Lucila de Almeida,Luciane Klein Vieira
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-21
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783030169855

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Sustainable Consumption by Alberto do Amaral Junior,Lucila de Almeida,Luciane Klein Vieira Pdf

This book provides a broad understanding of whether law plays a role in influencing patterns of sustainable consumption and, if so, how. Bringing together legal scholars from the Global South and the Global North, it examines these questions in the context of national, transnational and international law, within single and plural legal systems, and across a range of sector-specific issue areas. The chapters identify how traditional legal disciplines (e.g. constitutional law, consumer law, public procurement, international public law), sector-related regulation (e.g. energy, water, waste), and legal rules in specific areas (e.g. eco-labelling and packing) engage with the concept of sustainable consumption. A number of the contributions describe this relationship by isolating a national legal system, while others approach it from the vantage point of legal pluralism, exploring the conflicts and convergences of rules between multiple international treaties (or guidelines) and those between the rules of international and transnational law (or both) vis-à-vis national legal systems. While sustainable consumption is recognised as an important field of interdisciplinary research linking virtually all social science disciplines, legal scholarship, in contrast, has neglected the importance of the field of sustainable consumption to the law. This book fills the gap.

Author : Oksana Mont
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781788117814

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A Research Agenda for Sustainable Consumption Governance by Oksana Mont Pdf

p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px Arial} Evaluating achievements, challenges and future avenues for research, this book explores how new dimensions of knowledge and practice contest, reshape and advance traditional understandings of sustainable consumption governance.

Author : Jin Min
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000952421

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Green Consumption in China by Jin Min Pdf

Based on theories discussion, policy analysis, and case studies, this title examines green consumption in China from both the macro level of policy evolution and the micro level of community participation and implementation. Drawing on the theories of sustainable development, ecological philosophy, environmental economics, consumer psychology and behavior, and community participation, this book approaches the issues of green consumption in China from the legislative and administrative aspects and economic and information means. In looking into the cases of Shenzhen and Beijing, the book unravels the implementation and development of green consumption at the community level in terms of community participation and people’s awareness of the issue. Combining global experiences and local empirical studies, it discusses the concepts, evolution, and influencing factors of green consumption. It focuses on China's policy and practice, as well as the institutional hindrance and policy suggestions for further progress. This book will appeal to researchers, professionals, and policymakers interested in sustainable development, green economy, environmental economics, and sustainable consumption policy in China.

Author : Ruyin Long,Hong Chen,Xiuping Li
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2022-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832505281

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Psychological and Behavioral Decision Making of Green Consumption by Ruyin Long,Hong Chen,Xiuping Li Pdf

Author : Ruchika Singh Malyan,Punita Duhan
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351138031

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Green Consumerism: Perspectives, Sustainability, and Behavior by Ruchika Singh Malyan,Punita Duhan Pdf

This new volume, Green Consumerism: The Behavior of New Age Consumer, provides a holistic understanding the importance of promoting green products and discusses consumers’ buying intentions and decisions. The chapters consider consumer behavior theory in the context of green or ecologically friendly products from both the academic and business perspectives. The chapters present the latest empirical and analytical research in the field of green marketing and provide an abundance of information about profitable and sustainable ways and strategies to deal with environmental problems. The volume considers how consumers are taking responsibility and becoming more aware, driving change in the marketplace. In response, companies are integrating appropriate green strategies into their operational activities, product development processes, and marketing activities to achieve a competitive advantage in saturated markets. This helps companies gain market share and minimize their production costs. Topics discussed in the volume include green pricing, green consumer behavior, various dimensions of consumer purchase intention, sustainable marketing, innovation techniques used to go green, eco-awareness, and other ongoing developments in this rapidly expanding area. Key features: • Discusses research on the latest trends in the field of green marketing, green practices, green products, eco-literacy, environment awareness, protection, management etc. • Provides insight about current consumer behavior, consumers’ eco-literacy levels, and their desires to go green • Covers a multitude of topics, including green pricing, green consumer behavior, sustainable marketing, innovation techniques used to go green, eco-awareness, and more

Author : Goel, Richa,Baral, Sukanta Kumar
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2023-06-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781668489710

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Handbook of Research on Sustainable Consumption and Production for Greener Economies by Goel, Richa,Baral, Sukanta Kumar Pdf

Over the past 50 years, one of the biggest worldwide concerns has been ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns. Growing interest in the circular economy model provides the chance to create system-wide goals for all societies with economic, financial, and governance decision-making as critical drivers and solutions. The Handbook of Research on Sustainable Consumption and Production for Greener Economies examines the critical factors that can encourage sustainable consumption production patterns and a green economy. The major barriers hindering consumers and producers from moving towards sustainable consumption, sustainable consumption behavior and production patterns, the green economy, and more are explored. Covering topics such as green economy, sustainable consumption, and resource management, this book is ideal for government officials, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and more.

Author : Juliana Mansvelt
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781412996853

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Green Consumerism by Juliana Mansvelt Pdf

Colorful bracelets, funky brooches, and beautiful handmade beads: young crafters learn to make all these and much more with this fantastic step-by-step guide. In 12 exciting projects with simple steps and detailed instructions, budding fashionistas create their own stylish accessories to give as gifts or add a touch of personal flair to any ensemble. Following the successful "Art Smart" series, "Craft Smart" presents a fresh, fun approach to four creative skills: knitting, jewelry-making, papercrafting, and crafting with recycled objects. Each book contains 12 original projects to make, using a range of readily available materials. There are projects for boys and girls, carefully chosen to appeal to readers of all abilities. A special "techniques and materials" section encourages young crafters to try out their own ideas while learning valuable practical skills.

Author : Sinnappan, Punitha
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781668481424

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Achieving Economic Growth and Welfare Through Green Consumerism by Sinnappan, Punitha Pdf

One of the greatest global challenges is to integrate economic growth and welfare with environmental sustainability. The 12th goal under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG-12) addresses this challenge by calling for sustainable consumption and production patterns. It is a holistic and responsible approach that entails the production, acquisition, consumption, and disposal of goods and services based on their pro-environmental benefits. Consumers want to act green, but they expect businesses to lead the way. As such, marketers are playing an important role in encouraging green consumerism by reinforcing sustainability in behavioral patterns. Actionable steps need to be taken to encourage sustainable consumption and align consumers’ behaviors with their stated preferences. Achieving Economic Growth and Welfare Through Green Consumerism offers a comprehensive analysis of green consumerism, taking into account the diversity of views and debates surrounding the ideology. The diversity of topics and multidisciplinary viewpoints offer an insightful overview of the nature of green consumerism, its manifestations, issues, and practices. Covering topics such as consumption behavior, green marketing tools, and purchasing behavior, this premier reference source is a pivotal resource for business leaders, business analysts, economists, marketers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

Author : G. Seyfang
Publisher : Springer
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008-12-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780230234505

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The New Economics of Sustainable Consumption by G. Seyfang Pdf

This book offers a fresh look at sustainable consumption, exploring how grassroots community action can spread ideas in society. It presents a 'New Economics' approach based on alternative measures of wealth and value, examining how these are put into practice through local organic food systems, low-impact eco-housing, and complementary currencies.

Author : H. Herring,S. Sorrell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780230583108

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Consumption by H. Herring,S. Sorrell Pdf

This book challenges conventional wisdom by showing how, in some circumstances, improved energy efficiency may increase energy consumption. Relying upon energy efficiency to reduce carbon emissions could therefore be misguided. This book explores the broader implications for climate change and sustainable consumption.

Author : Sylvia Lorek,Henrike Rau
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832536148

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Insights in Sustainable Consumption: 2022 by Sylvia Lorek,Henrike Rau Pdf

We are now entering the third decade of the 21st Century, and, especially in the last years, the achievements made by scientists have been exceptional, leading to major advancements in the fast-growing field of sustainability research. Frontiers has organized a series of Research Topics to highlight the latest advancements in research across the field of sustainability, with articles from the Associate Members of our accomplished Editorial Boards. This editorial initiative of particular relevance, led by Prof. Sylvia Lorek (Specialty Chief Editor of the Sustainable Consumption section), together with Dr. Henrike Rau, is focused on new insights, novel developments, current challenges, latest discoveries, recent advances, and future perspectives in the field of sustainable consumption.

Author : Shuzhong Gu,Meie Xie,Xinhua Zhang
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789813294950

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Green Transformation and Development by Shuzhong Gu,Meie Xie,Xinhua Zhang Pdf

This book offers an insiders' view into Chinese plans for a green transformation of the economy of China. Analyzing the pressures, drive, and resistance to this green transformation in China, the book explores the key fields, from green finance and green banking to green consumption and green urbanization. Furthermore, it offers a guide on how government officials will be penalized or rewarded for their successful furtherance of green objectives. This book will be of interest to climate activists, China watchers, architects, and all those invested in a sustainable future.​

Author : Giuseppe Carrus,Tony Peter Craig,Adina Claudia Dumitru,Stefano Mastandrea
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832500682

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People-Environment Studies: Promoting Sustainable Places and Behaviors by Giuseppe Carrus,Tony Peter Craig,Adina Claudia Dumitru,Stefano Mastandrea Pdf

Author : Anna Horodecka,Alina Szypulewska-Porczyńska
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781040051795

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Collective Sustainable Consumption by Anna Horodecka,Alina Szypulewska-Porczyńska Pdf

In the face of climate change and resulting environmental and social crises, sustainable consumption has become a widely discussed issue and a key plank of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The majority of the sustainable consumption research uses the SDG framework, but this only serves to reinforce an individualistic, efficiency-based approach and it does not sufficiently cover the specific situation of transition economies. In contrast, this volume promotes a collective approach to sustainable consumption, and combines general theoretical issues with empirical examples from the Polish economy. The first part of the book presents a theoretical approach to collective consumption which has the core concepts of justice and human nature at its heart. This approach emphasises the role of collective rationality and categorises aspects of sustainable consumption as a common and public good. The second part investigates diversified aspects of sustainability, including socio-economic inequalities as barriers to sustainable consumption, consumer sovereignty in the context of current legal regulations, and the impact on employees of changes to the types and conditions of work. It also examines the sharing economy and the legal conditions of its development. The third part adopts a political perspective focusing on the state policies enhancing the role of investment in public goods, analyses photovoltaic programmes which promote prosumption and indicates challenges to sustainability faced by many countries such as the energy crisis, sustainable finance, and cooperative platforms. This book will be of great interest to researchers and scholars interested in sustainability and consumption issues in economics, management, law, public administration, and political science.