How materialism affects environmental beliefs, concern, and environmentally responsible behavior

William Kilbourne and Gregory Pickett

Journal of Business Research, 2008, vol. 61, issue 9, 885-893

Abstract: This article examines the relationship between materialism, environmental beliefs, environmental concern, and environmental behaviors. The study used a random telephone survey of 337 US adults. Using a causal modeling approach, the study demonstrates that materialism has a negative effect on environmental beliefs, and these beliefs positively affect environmental concern and environmentally responsible behaviors. The article then provides implications of the results for consumer and environmental policy.

Date: 2008
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