scholarly journals Consumer attitude and acceptance toward fish fed with insects: a focus on the new generations

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
L. Baldi ◽  
T. Mancuso ◽  
M. Peri ◽  
L. Gasco ◽  
M.T. Trentinaglia
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Food Product ◽  
Seemingly Unrelated Regression ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Consumer Attitude ◽  
Environmental Attitude ◽  
Farmed Fish ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Definition Of

Since global demand for aquaculture products is expected to increase dramatically in the near future, policymakers and companies are considering the adoption of insect-based feed, which is more economically viable and environmentally sustainable than fish or vegetable-based meals currently used. Nonetheless, fish farmed with insects are still perceived as innovative products by consumers, and further studies exploring these demand-side concerns must be conducted to make sure a market for such products exists. This study focuses on the factors that can favour the acceptance of farmed fish fed with insects of a sample of young Italians. In particular, within the theoretical framework adopted in this analysis, we let acceptance be expressed by different dimensions, each potentially influenced by individual factors, such as socio-economic characteristics, as the provision of information on the nutritional and environmental benefits of insect-based feed for aquaculture, and as consumer psychometric indicators. In this respect, we use the by-dimensional definition of environmental attitude proposed by environmental psychologists, that considers attitude toward environmental protection and toward nature. In this survey, we reached 482 consumers, aged less than 40, using social networks. A Factor Analysis was performed to identify the different dimensions of the acceptance process. We then applied the Rasch model on consumers’ reported behaviours toward environmental protection or nature to retrieve their environmental attitudes. We performed a Seemingly Unrelated Regression to assess the importance of socio-demographic, information, and psychometric variables on the different dimensions of acceptance. Results indicate that the use of psychometric variables to study the acceptability of an innovative food product seems particularly appropriate. In addition to the role of environmental attitude, acceptance is also explained by some socio-demographic variables, with men and younger consumers being more inclined to accept the product. Acceptance is also higher among informed respondents, confirming the importance of reducing information asymmetries.

scholarly journals Fungi Burger from Stale Bread? A Case Study on Perceptions of a Novel Protein-Rich Food Product Made from an Edible Fungus

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 1112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Coralie Hellwig ◽  
Rebecca Gmoser ◽  
Magnus Lundin ◽  
Mohammad J. Taherzadeh ◽  
Kamran Rousta
Keyword(s):  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Food Product ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Edible Fungus ◽  
Neurospora Intermedia ◽  
Rate Characteristic ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Protein Rich ◽  
Novel Protein

The current study aims to assess how a novel fungi product made from the filamentous fungus Neurospora intermedia, cultivated on bread residuals, is perceived using questionnaires. Participants were asked to rate characteristic attributes of a fungi burger patty and state their preference when comparing it to Quorn and hamburger patties. The data were analyzed to assess whether gender or age was statistically associated with preference profiles. Neither age nor gender was associated with the preference profiles regarding the comparison of burger patties. Except for age and bitterness, age and gender were also not associated with the preference profiles regarding the sensory characteristics of the fungi burger patty. Most of the participants liked the characteristics of the fungi burger patty. The results indicate that fungi products from waste can become accepted products when information dissemination targets environmental benefits. Moreover, to be commercially accepted, the chewiness and bitterness of the product should be improved. Other improvements should target the overall taste in order to cater to people who prefer meat-based protein sources.

The Gamification Experience

2014 ◽  
pp. 205-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cathie Marache-Francisco ◽  
Eric Brangier
Keyword(s):  
Human Computer Interaction ◽  
User Experience ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Experience Design ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
User Experience Design ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Game Elements

Through this chapter, the authors aim at describing Gamification—the use of game elements in non-ludic environments—to identify its limits and lacks as well as its assets. Indeed, it has been developed to answer a need that arouses out of the Human Computer Interaction (HCI) field evolutions, and it could be valuable in that scope. The authors propose a definition of Gamification according to several different dimensions that are part of the HCI design field. They suggest it as a first step towards a guiding design framework aimed at designers. They mention future research directions that would help in going further and enriching the framework, leading to the creation of a design model for user experience design through Gamification. The authors finally raise some ethical concerns about the meaning of Gamification itself.

scholarly journals Selected Antecedents of Consumer Attitude toward a Product in an Eco-Label Context

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Sven Gross ◽  
Phillip Wilson ◽  
Jie Zhang ◽  
Chris Shao ◽  
Alan J. Dubinsky
Keyword(s):  
Purchase Intention ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Empirical Work ◽  
Purchase Behavior ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Consumer Attitude ◽  
Environmental Attitude ◽  
Environmental Friendliness ◽  
Perceived Credibility ◽  
Consumer Purchase Intention

Marketers’ use of eco-labels—verifying the environmental friendliness of products—has steadily grown. Earlier studies have focused on the direct influence of eco-labels on consumer purchase intention for these products. Findings from that empirical work revealed that eco-labels can have a positive impact on purchase intention. Other investigations disclosed a positive relationship between consumer attitude toward the brand and purchase intention. Based on the foregoing research efforts, the purpose of the present work was to examine selected factors that may influence consumer attitude toward eco-labeled products. The following constructs were discerned to have that impact: recognition/awareness of eco-labels, perceived credibility of the eco-label, and current purchase behavior of eco-labeled products. Environmental attitude, though, was found to be unrelated to consumer attitude toward eco-labeled products. Implications and suggestions for future research are provided.

scholarly journals A Door-to-Door Waste Collection System Case Study: A Survey on its Sustainability and Effectiveness

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (14) ◽  
pp. 5520
Author(s):  
Nicola Laurieri ◽  
Andrea Lucchese ◽  
Antonella Marino ◽  
Salvatore Digiesi
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Smart Device ◽  
Waste Collection ◽  
Collection System ◽  
Glass Waste ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Relevant Topic

Municipal waste management is a relevant topic these days, in its relation to sustainable and environmental concerns. Sorting waste fractions at home for a door-to-door collection system proves to positively affect the environmental impacts of waste management strategies both by reducing the amounts of the waste landfilled and by originating new circular economies. However, the environmental impact caused by both waste collection and transport, together with waste quality, should be carefully evaluated to assess the sustainability of such a collection system. In order to evaluate the logistic and environmental effectiveness of a newly implemented door-to-door collection system in Altamura, a mid-sized town in Southern Italy, a survey was designed and submitted to a sample of citizens. The results obtained from the 385 completed surveys show that the door-to-door collection of glass waste is inefficient since most of the designated bins remain partially filled and less frequently delivered; citizens are more motivated to adequately collect sorted waste fractions upon receiving information about the subsequent environmental benefits and outcomes of the fractions collected; a high percentage of people still use disposable items in their daily life. Possible changes to the weekly bins collection schedule have been proposed in order to have a more proficient and environmentally sustainable waste collection service in the town. The survey is part of a project aiming at developing a smart device to support users in home waste management.

scholarly journals What is this thing called 'natural'? The nature-culture divide in climate change and biodiversity policy

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ylva Uggla
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Environmental Regulation ◽  
Environmental Issues ◽  
Natural State ◽  
Environmental Consequences ◽  
Nature And Culture ◽  
Regulatory Frameworks ◽  
Biodiversity Policy ◽  
Definition Of

This paper treats two highly topical and interconnected environmental issues-climate change and biodiversity-in which the nature-culture divide appears in policy and regulation. The aim is to analyze how "the natural" and concerns for biodiversity and climate change are constructed in applicable regulatory frameworks, and to explore social and environmental consequences of these constructions. The analysis indicates that biodiversity and climate change regulation help construct nature and culture as separate categories and give rise to the notion that the natural state is worth protecting from human intrusion. The notion of human agency, however, is ambiguous because humans are depicted as having the power and skill to protect and even recreate "natural nature". The paper concludes that, although nature and the natural are often used as politically and socially-neutral concepts, the definition of "natural nature" as a place devoid of humans has social as well as environmental consequences.Keywords: biodiversity, climate change, human-nature relations, environmental protection, environmental regulation

scholarly journals Acoustic Characteristics of Cross-Laminated Timber Systems

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (14) ◽  
pp. 5612
Author(s):  
Antonino Di Bella ◽  
Milica Mitrovic
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Specific Reference ◽  
Acoustic Features ◽  
Acoustic Characteristics ◽  
Cross Laminated Timber ◽  
Acoustic Modelling ◽  
Improve Measurement ◽  
Reference Curves ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Building Elements

The growing diffusion of cross-laminated timber structures (CLT) has been accompanied by extensive research on the peculiar characteristics of this construction system, mainly concerning its economic and environmental benefits, lifecycle, structural design, resistance to seismic actions, fire protection, and energy efficiency. Nevertheless, some aspects have not yet been fully analysed. These include both the knowledge of noise protection that CLT systems are able to offer in relation to the possible applications and combinations of building elements, and the definition of calculation methods necessary to support the acoustic design. This review focuses on the main acoustic features of CLT systems and investigate on the results of the most relevant research aimed to provide key information on the application of acoustic modelling in CLT buildings. The vibro-acoustic behaviour of the basic component of this system and their interaction through the joints has been addressed, as well as the possible ways to manage acoustic information for calculation accuracy improvement by calibration with data from on-site measurements during the construction phase. This study further suggests the opportunity to improve measurement standards with specific reference curves for the bare CLT building elements, in order to compare different acoustic linings and assemblies on the same base. In addition, this study allows to identify some topics in the literature that are not yet fully clarified, providing some insights on possible future developments in research and for the optimization of these products.

Research on the Design Method of the Visual Image of Energy-Saving and Environmental Protection Product

2014 ◽  
Vol 543-547 ◽  
pp. 4121-4124
Author(s):  
Jiu Mei Zhang ◽  
Jing Xu ◽  
Gang Xu ◽  
Hong Yu
Keyword(s):  
Energy Saving ◽  
Environmental Protection ◽  
Corporate Culture ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Visual Image ◽  
Recognition System ◽  
Identification System ◽  
Product Image ◽  
Rational Procedure ◽  
Definition Of

This paper states the image of product, the definition of energy-saving and environmental protection equipment, and the need of image design for domestic energy-saving equipment, analyzing the image recognition system and visual identification system of constituting the system of energy-saving equipment product, proposing a set of scientific and rational procedure for the visual image of the energy-saving product: find the characteristics of the product and establish its image; ‚conduct design from the point to the surface;ƒstrengthen the image of the product by the same series to multi-series;„perfect and implement product image and popularize inside and outside the enterprise. The paper aims to enhance the image of energy-saving and environmental protection product, creating brand, establishing corporate culture and promoting the competitiveness of enterprises.

scholarly journals ECONOMIC GROWTH «GREEN» FINANCING: CONCEPTS AND PROBLEMS

2020 ◽  
pp. 53-56
Author(s):  
TEA LAZARASHVILI
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Sustainable Growth ◽  
Green Economy ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Ecological Changes ◽  
Global Projects ◽  
Uniform Definition ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Global Population

Environmental pollution, exhausting natural resources and effects of climate change are causing economic stresses and therefore require significant financial expenses. Environmentally sustainable growth funding requires a significant amount of investment. First of all, we are talking about «green» financing of global projects. The main factor in the development of green economy is the green financing that can prevent social, economic and ecological changes caused by the sharp expansion of the global population and the catastrophic exhaustion of natural resources and their negative consequences. The financial sector, with active support of the state, can provide global sustainable development and qualitative changes in such conditions. In the format of the United Nations Conference in 2012, most of the global agreements on the «green» economy were taken at the global level. It is noteworthy that the uniform definition of «green» economics has not yet been established. Mainly under the green economy, economic activity is meant, which improves human wells, ensures social justice and significantly reduces the risks to the environment and nature.

scholarly journals Landscape approach to formation of system of ecologically balanced use of natural resources: legal framework

2021 ◽  
Vol 280 ◽  
pp. 09021
Author(s):  
Volodymyr Yermolenko ◽  
Olena Hafurova ◽  
Maryna Deineha ◽  
Tamara Novak ◽  
Julia Sinitsky ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Sustainable Use ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Nature Management ◽  
Landscape Approach ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Urgent Task ◽  
Balance Of Interests ◽  
Development Concept ◽  
Definition Of

The article is devoted to the analysis of legal framework and theoretical provisions of the landscape approach to the formation of the system of ecologically balanced use of natural resources, the definition of its essence and content, highlighting of conditions and principles of its functioning. Proposals for elimination of legal problems in the field of development and realization of the concept of ecologically balanced use of natural resources are covered. It is determined that the legal formulation of landscape approach principle to the use of natural resources will ensure unity, integrity, comprehensiveness of nature management, coherence and balance of interests in this area, implementation of ideas for the formation of system of environmentally sustainable use of natural resources and sustainable development concept, and the adoption of relevant regulations will solve our state’s urgent task on the path to further European integration.

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