This study explores the gap between consumers' attitudes and behaviors regarding sustainable food choices, known as the "attitude-behavior gap." Through empirical analysis, the authors identify key factors influencing consumer choices and propose strategies to encourage more sustainable consumption patterns. The paper highlights the need for improved consumer education and policy support to bridge this gap.
Context and quantification
Timeline
None
About the policy
Area
Consumer Awareness
Instrument
Market interventions, advertising
Intervention
Public awareness campaigns
Cost
None
Funding
None
Institutional arrangement
None
Impacts
Stakeholders involved
Consumers, policymakers
Stakeholders impacted
Retailers, consumers
Wellbeing
Community
Justice consideration
Procedural
Metadata
Lead author name | Iris Vermeir |
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Lead author gender | Female |
Lead author institution | Ghent University |
Lead author institution location | Ghent, Belgium |
Peer reviewed? | true |
Grey literature? | false |
Type of paper | Research article |
Volume | 19 |
Publication year | 2006 |
URL / DOI | https://doi.org/10.1007/s10806-005-5485-3 |
Sufficiency mentioned? | false |