THE CAUSAL MODEL OF ENERGY CONSERVATION PARTICIPATION TOWARDS PALUNG KIDS SAKID LOK PROJECT OF HIGH SCHOOL OR EQUIVALENT IN CHONBURI PROVINCE
Keywords:
Causal Model, Participation, Energy Conservation, PALUNG KIDS SAKID LOK ProjectAbstract
The objectives of this study were 1) to examine energy conservation participation factors of the high school or equivalent, the winner of the PALUNG KIDS SAKID LOK project, 2) to develop a causal model, and 3) to test the model fit with the empirical data. The 338 participants of this study were executives, teachers, non-academic staff, and students of Assumption College Sriracha, the winner of PALUNG KIDS SAKID LOK project. Multistage random sampling and 5-point Likert type scale questionnaire were employed in collecting data. The data then were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).
The findings showed that the most influential factors on decision making behavior in participation were supportive factors, push factors and pull factors, respectively. According to the analysis, the developed model was fit well with the empirical data. The findings of this research supported that improvement of energy conservation participation should emphasis on supportive factors, especially knowledge and ability, since they had both direct and indirect effects on energy conservation participation. Push factors, especially commitment, should be also taken into account.
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