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Saving time : discovering a life beyond the clock
\"Our daily experience, dominated by the corporate clock that so many of us contort ourselves to fit inside, is destroying us. It wasn't built for people, it was built for profit. This is a book that tears open the seams of reality as we know it--the way we experience time itself--and rearranges it, reimagining a world not centered around work, the office clock, or the profit motive. Explaining how we got to the point where time became money, Odell offers us new models to live by--inspired by pre-industrial cultures, ecological, and geological time--that make a more humane, more hopeful way of living seem possible. In this dazzling, subversive, and deeply hopeful reframing of time, Jenny Odell takes us on a journey through other temporal habitats. As planet-bound animals, we live inside shortening and lengthening days, alongside gardens growing, birds migrating, and cliffs eroding. The stretchy quality of waiting and desire, the way the present may suddenly feel marbled with childhood memory, the slow but sure procession of a pregnancy, or the time it takes to heal from injuries--physical or emotional. Odell urges us to become stewards of these different rhythms of life, to imagine a life, identity, and source of meaning outside of the world of work and profit, and to understand that the trajectory of our lives--or the life of the planet--is not a foregone conclusion. In that sense, \"saving\" time--recovering its fundamentally irreducible and inventive nature--could also mean that time saves us\"-- Provided by publisher.
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The effects of gender on climate change knowledge and concern in the American public
This study tests theoretical arguments about gender differences in scientific knowledge and environmental concern using 8 years of Gallup data on climate change knowledge and concern in the US general public. Contrary to expectations from scientific literacy research, women convey greater assessed scientific knowledge of climate change than do men. Consistent with much existing sociology of science research, women underestimate their climate change knowledge more than do men. Also, women express slightly greater concern about climate change than do men, and this gender divide is not accounted for by differences in key values and beliefs or in the social roles that men and women differentially perform in society. Modest yet enduring gender differences on climate change knowledge and concern within the US general public suggest several avenues for future research, which are explored in the conclusion.
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Gender differences in environmental behaviors in China
China represents the third largest economy and the highest level of national carbon dioxide emissions when compared to other nations across the globe. Yet, little social science research has focused on the environmentally oriented behaviors of Chinese nationals, key to understanding levels of environmental impact. This study examines, in China, gender differences in environmentally oriented behaviors, environmental knowledge, and general environmental concern. Making use of path analyses, we identify a pattern of gender differences similar to common findings in the West: women demonstrated greater participation in environmental behaviors inside of the home (e.g., recycling), while outside of the home (e.g., environmental organization donations) no gendered patterns were exhibited. However, Chinese women expressed lower levels of concern than men—a finding opposite of most Western studies. Also distinct from other settings, in China, higher levels of knowledge regarding environmental issues did, indeed, translate into proenvironmental behaviors—thereby not exhibiting the knowledge-behavior gap demonstrated elsewhere.
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Do environmental risk perceptions promote individual pro-environmental behaviors? — the role of environmental concerns and natural exposure
Environmental risk is a special risk that threatens human life and property and may affect people’s environmental behavior, while pro-environmental behavior is the key to coping with environmental problems. This study explores the mechanisms by which environmental risk perception influences pro-environmental behavior based on the protective motivation theory (PMT) and the stimulus-organism-response model (SOR). In this mechanism, we believe that two factors, environmental concern, and natural exposure, play essential roles, and we developed a theoretical model of environmental risk perception influencing pro-environmental behavior. We recruited a sample of 626 general residents (316 males and 310 females) of age (mean (SD) = 37.37 ± 12.84). Participants filled out a paper-and-pencil questionnaire, which included questionnaires on general socio-demographic characteristics and an environmental, psychological scale assessing general environmental risk perceptions, environmental concern, nature exposure, and pro-environmental behavior. The study results showed that environmental risk perception promotes pro-environmental behaviors, environmental concern mediates the relationship between environmental risk perception and pro-environmental behaviors, and nature exposure positively moderates the relationship between environmental risk perception and environmental concern and thus influences pro-environmental behaviors. Our study explains how environmental risk perception affects pro-environmental behavior, constructs a theoretical model of environmental risk perception, and expands the scope of application of the PMT theory and the SOR model. Based on the results of this study, it is suggested that in environmental management, individuals should be aware of environmental risks and encouraged to get close to nature to promote pro-environmental behaviors and realize the harmonious coexistence between human beings and nature.
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Divergent effects of environmental concern and risk perception on pro-environmental intention: an international study across 17 countries
Studies have demonstrated that pro-environmental behaviors vary across countries and are influenced by cultural values, environmental concerns (EC), and risk perception. Therefore, measures tailored to each country’s culture must be implemented to effectively promote pro-environmental behaviors. This study analyzed the heterogeneity in the strength of the relationships among the constructs in each country. Using structural equation modeling to validate three hypotheses about constructs with respect to pro-environmental behaviors, this study investigated how EC and risk perception influenced pro-environmental intentions across 17 countries. It used the Environment IV dataset provided by the International Social Survey Program (ISSP, 2020). The results revealed that the influence of EC and risk perception on pro-environmental orientation differed from country to country, confirming the three hypotheses. This study offered a novel contribution to the literature as it uncovered the different mechanisms by which environmental knowledge influenced pro-environmental behavior compared with EC and risk perceptions. In addition, it quantitatively assessed how this effect differed across the 17 countries.
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Exploring Community Perceptions of Climate Change Issues in Peninsular Malaysia
The urbanization process in Peninsular Malaysia has resulted in an increase in temperature. Large cities such as Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bharu, and George Town are experiencing rapid urbanization processes, resulting in unpredictable changes in temperature and weather, which consequently impact community livelihoods. Many believe that the recent flooding in urban residential areas in Peninsular Malaysia has been worsened by climate change. Hence, this paper explores and discusses recent community perceptions of the climate change issue in Peninsular Malaysia. A group of 350 community members from different states in Peninsular Malaysia gave their views and opinions related to climate change via an online quantitative survey questionnaire. Their perception of the urbanization process and its impact on the increase in temperature was descriptively analyzed using the frequency analysis technique and mean score, while their suggestions in verbatim form on reducing the effects of climate change were analyzed thematically. The respondents perceived the climate change issue as attributable to the factors of urbanization, namely the manufacturing industry, population density, and private motor vehicles. Respondents provided suggestions for reducing the effects of climate change, ranging from government policies to community actions.
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Environmental Perception of Solid Waste Management in the Hurtado Balneary, Colombia
Environmental perception serves as a powerful tool for identifying community needs and potential within their surroundings. This study assessed tourists’ environmental perception regarding solid waste and its impact on the Hurtado Balneary, located in Valledupar, Colombia. The investigation delved into the environmental attitudes and behaviors of 769 balneary users by employing a combination of observation, photographic documentation, and a comprehensive 21-question online survey. The findings are 98.8% of participants acknowledged the adverse effects of solid waste on the environment, with 98% demonstrating a willingness to participate in waste management efforts. Furthermore, 42.13% exhibited limited awareness regarding waste management practices, reflecting a concerning lack of public interest and commitment (41.61%). Statistically significant disparities (p > 0.05) emerged 59% of waste items were not appropriately disposed of in designated receptacles. Reasons for this included a lack of a sense of belonging (50.2%) and inadequate environmental education (45.6%). Ninety-six percent expressed the need for river conservation signage, while 59.8% did not undertake any form of environmental training. The study’s implications extend beyond the Hurtado Balneary, potentially informing solid waste management strategies in other aquatic environments. This investigation aligns with three Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 12, emphasizing responsible consumption and production; SDG 13, addressing climate action; and SDG 15, advocating for life on land and below water.
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Evaluation and Optimization of Restorative Environmental Perception of Treetop Trails: The Case of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, Xiamen, China
A treetop trail is an elevated linear green open space that plays a key role in forming a scientifically rational urban space and meeting the growing leisure needs of the people. Taking the Mountains-to-Sea Trail in Xiamen, China as a case, and through 426 questionnaires, this study explores the dimensions of the perceived restorative environment components of greenway recreationists and impacts on behavioral intentions. The demographic factors lead us to the following three conclusions. First, from an age perspective, restorative environmental perceptions are strongest among those aged 60 and above and weakest among those aged 18–30. Second, in terms of place of permanent residence, local visitors have stronger restorative environmental perceptions than other city users. Third, in relation to the number of accompanying travelers, individuals who embark on solo journeys experience the most robust perception, while that diminishes as the count reaches three or more companions. A structural equation model (SEM) is used to present the quantitative relationship among avoidance motivation, treetop trail environmental quality, restorative environmental perception, place attachment, and loyalty. The results showed that users’ escape motivation has a direct and indirect positive correlation with restorative environmental perceptions, and environmental perceptions have a significant positive correlation with restorative environmental perceptions. Furthermore, their place attachment to the restorative nature of the treetop trails positively affected their loyalty. This study provides essential factors to consider when constructing treetop trails in high-density cities.
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Socio-Environmental Perception of an Urban Wetland and Sustainability Scenarios: a Case Study in Mexico City
Local perceptions of landscape attributes are recognized as critical in the evaluation of multifunctional territories; however, case studies in the urban wetlands context are limited. This study assesses socioeconomic, environmental and regional management variables that may directly and indirectly affect local population’s perceptions, altering stakeholders concerns for defining urban wetland management agendas in the San Gregorio de Atapulco wetland of Xochimilco, Mexico City. Using Principal Component Analysis, we evaluated factors influencing socioenvironmental perceptions among urban wetland residents in the context of the chinampa area, an ancestral agro-productive system south of Mexico City. Results indicate the majority of socioeconomic and environmental variables, excluding age, gender and education, were not statistically significant. Regional management variables, particularly pertaining to canals, urban housing and irregular settlements, had significantly more importance than socioeconomic and environmental variables and influence resident’s perceptions of factors that detract from and promote sustainability of the urban wetland. In terms of urban wetland management agendas, locals` concerns were related to the effects of urbanization, wetland governance and regional habitability. We suggest that urban wetland policy developed within neighborhood planning units and aimed at reducing urban sprawl while introducing landscape conservation strategies could positively affect better local land use and wetland sustainability.
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Envisaging Participatory Management in Protected Areas: Local Response to Proposed Conservation Actions in Relation to Environmental Orientation
Involving local people in natural area management is very important to address the complexity of environmental management issues for the sustainable use of local resources. Participatory methods require the contribution of local stakeholders in decision-making. Mapping the environmental views of local communities allows for the detection of aspects that could facilitate management efforts. This research—in the frame of the Skyros LIFE project and the PAMNATURA project—measures the local acceptability of the conservation actions proposed by the LIFE project in Skyros island (Greece), in relation to recording local people’s environmental orientation using the 15-item revised New Ecological Paradigm (NEP) scale. The research was carried out by means of questionnaires. The LIFE project proposed actions were grouped into three categories according to their theme, i.e., promoting (a) nature protection, (b) agro-pastoralism and (c) ecotourism. The sample seems to largely agree with the LIFE project proposals, while the results showed high scores for most of the NEP scale items, implying pro-environmental beliefs, though there appears to be disagreement or neutrality regarding a few items. The local acceptability of the proposed actions was found to correlate to local people’s environmental concern measured through the NEP scale. Drawing on the results, the implementation of actions related directly or indirectly to economic activities and the preservation of traditional activities, as well as environmental education and interactive informing and consultation, could enhance local participation. Skyros island seems to offer an appropriate social background for applying participatory and adaptive management and implementing conservation programs.
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