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The present paper analyses attitudes and perceptions regarding climate change (CC) among European citizens,
emphasizing their pivotal role in fostering public engagement and endorsement towards the advancement of mitigatory
measures and sustainable lifestyles in accordance with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This study delves
into the degree of concern among European citizens regarding CC and their inclination towards assuming personal
accountability in its alleviation, scrutinizing these facets through the lens of gender attitudes. Utilizing data from the
European Social Survey and information on attitudes and perceptions pertaining to CC, the analysis incorporates various
variables encompassing socio-economic status, demographics, individual perceptions of societal dynamics, and
governmental policies. Employing econometric methodologies, the results confirm that individuals exhibiting trust in
scientific authority manifest heightened concerns towards CC. Moreover, those expressing contentment with national
governance display augmented levels of concern regarding CC. Gender differentials are also discernible, with females
exhibiting greater apprehension towards CC compared to males. Furthermore, advanced age and higher educational
attainment correlate with heightened levels of CC concern. Additional findings indicate that females tend to exhibit greater
proclivity towards assuming self-responsibility, while individuals harbouring trust in scientific authority evince heightened
levels of personal accountability, particularly when content with economic stability and the efficacy of the country's
healthcare system. Additionally, older individuals displaying trust in scientific expertise tend to exhibit greater proclivity
towards assuming personal responsibility. The findings underscore the imperative of comprehending the gendered
ramifications of climate change and advocating for collective endeavours to combat this pervasive global challenge.
Description
Artigo baseado na comunicação proferida 20th European Conference on Management Leadership and Governance, 14 - 15 novembro 2024, Lisboa, Portugal
Keywords
Climate change Gender attitudinal statement Mitigation Willingness Sdgs
Citation
Dos-Santos, M. & Mata, F. (2024). Attitudes of european citizens towards climate change: A gender analysis. In M.Patuleia, E. Tomé & C.Rouco [eds.], Proceedings of the 20th European Conference on Management, Leadership and Governance, (vol. 20(1), pp.133-138). Academic Conferences International. DOI: https://doi.org/10.34190/ecmlg.20.1.3094
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Academic Conferences International