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Is it cost saving or environmental benefits? Factors influencing energy saving behaviour amongst consumers in India

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  • Meenakshi Handa
  • Swati Jain
  • Parul Ahuja

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In order to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, it is important for households to engage in energy saving behaviour. The study explores the different types of energy saving actions and select drivers of such energy saving behaviour amongst consumers in urban India. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire from consumers in Delhi NCR in an online mode (n = 241). The study identifies three forms of energy saving behaviour which are labelled as 'direct energy saving behaviour', 'indirect energy saving behaviour' and 'energy efficient product purchase behaviour'. Perceived environmental benefits, perceived economic benefits and perceived costs are examined for their impact on energy saving behaviour. Finally, a set of recommendations which encompass a multi-pronged strategy for encouraging energy saving behaviour amongst consumers is presented.

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  • Meenakshi Handa & Swati Jain & Parul Ahuja, 2021. "Is it cost saving or environmental benefits? Factors influencing energy saving behaviour amongst consumers in India," International Journal of Indian Culture and Business Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 23(4), pages 431-450.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijicbm:v:23:y:2021:i:4:p:431-450
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