The Effect of Green Perceived Values and Injunctive Norms on Buying Intentions of Eco-Friendly Products

Authors

  • Lu'lu' Nafiati Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Tri Wahyuni Sukesi Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Herman Yuliansyah Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Fanani Arief Ghozali Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Fatwa Tentama Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Bambang Sudarsono Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Sulistyawati Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Surahma Asti Mulasari Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
  • Subardjo Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12928/jreksa.v11i1.10240

Keywords:

Consumer Attitudes, Purchase Intention, Eco-friendly products, Green Perception Value, Injunctive Norms

Abstract

This study aims to utilize the multidimensional concept of green perceived value (GPV) and injunctive norms in relation to the intention to buy environmentally friendly products. This research utilized 105 questionnaires to investigate the correlation between GPV, injunctive norms, attitudes toward purchasing, and purchase intention by focusing on four components of GPV: functional value, conditional value, social value, and emotional value. Structural equation models were employed to assess the connections among the seven components. This study adds to the existing literature by exploring the nuanced relationship between green perceived value (GPV), injunctive norms, attitudes toward purchasing, and intention to buy environmentally friendly products. By focusing on four dimensions of GPV - functional value, conditional value, social value, and emotional value - the research sheds light on how these components influence consumer behavior. Using structural equation models and analysis of 105 questionnaires, the study reveals that functional and emotional values significantly impact purchase intention via attitudes toward purchasing. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of consumer behavior and provide insights for promoting and developing eco-friendly products. This study aims to enhance comprehension of consumer behavior and the development of intentions to buy eco-friendly products.

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Lu'lu' Nafiati, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

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