The Role of Beliefs in Purchase Decisions: A Look at Green Purchase Behavior and Altruism.

摘要

This research study is focused on understanding consumer behavior in relation to the purchase of environmentally friendly products. Using the Theory of Planned Behavior as a guide, it seeks to uncover the salient beliefs regarding purchasing environmentally friendly products as well as explore the role that altruism plays in green product purchases. Findings of this multi-stage study uncover multiple beliefs about environmentally friendly products, support the Theory of Planned Behavior in regards to green purchase behavioral intent, and show a statistically significant indirect link between altruism and green purchase behavior.