The application of sustainable behaviour change strategies in three built environment companies
The application of sustainable behaviour change strategies in three built environment companies
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可持续行为改变策略在三个建筑环境公司的应用
DOI:
10.1108/17260530910947231
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发表时间:
2009
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通讯作者:
E. Bichard
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作者:
E. Bichard
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the effect of methods derived from the study of social psychology to motive better sustainable behaviour in the workforces of built environment companies.Design/methodology/approach – The paper outlines the multi‐methodological approach used to obtain the conclusions about the use of social psychological techniques. It also describes why case studies were the most appropriate framework for the study, based on the complex nature of both the companies that participated in the research, and the complex nature of sustainable development.Findings – The study shows that the application of motivational methods based on social psychology are effective in raising awareness of sustainability issues and, in one case, had a marked effect on the future path of the company. Leaders of built environment companies that are interested in improving sustainable performance should study these techniques and, in particular, consider their leadership style and method of messag...