Changes In Consumption Patterns Research Articles

Demand Analysis for Large Animal and Poultry Meat in Indonesia: An ARDL Perspective

This study examines the growing demand for large livestock and poultry meat in Indonesia, reflecting changing consumption patterns and economic growth. However, this phenomenon faces challenges such as price fluctuations between provinces, declining per capita income, and supply-demand gaps that affect access to and consumption of animal protein. Utilizing panel data from 34 provinces covering the period from 2015 to 2022 and employing an Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model, this study analyzes the short- and long-run relationships in meat demand. The results indicate that in the short run, meat prices and per capita income significantly influence demand, while tuna prices have no noticeable effect. In the long run, meat prices, per capita income, and fish prices as substitutes affect meat demand. This study contributes to the development of the livestock sector in Indonesia, provides information for farmers to plan production, and advises the government to educate the public about protein sufficiency and conduct market operations to stabilize prices and maintain meat availability. The findings are expected to help fulfill the current and future demand for meat from large livestock and poultry in Indonesia.

On the acceptance of high carbon taxes in low- and middle-income countries: a conjoint survey experiment

Abstract Changing consumption patterns from growing middle-classes with consequent rising energy use and emissions in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) present key challenges for the energy transition and climate change mitigation. Carbon taxes are an effective policy instrument to counter these developments, yet concerns about low public acceptability hinder their introduction. Here, we seek to fill a research gap and identify publicly acceptable carbon tax designs in LMICs. We provide novel evidence from three conjoint experiments with 2700 middle-class respondents in Ghana, Peru, and the Philippines. We show that overall, the majority in all three countries supports even high taxes of USD-PPP 75/tCO2 per year, irrespective of specific policy design features. The support for a very high tax rate is especially high if revenues are recycled for environmental purposes. Thus, governments in LMICs have political leeway to finance the transition to a low-carbon economy via carbon taxes. Moreover, revenue recycling for the poorest receives high support from important subgroups. These insights are crucial to achieving an effective, acceptable, and just carbon tax policy design.

The potential of individuals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through their own actions: a case of a suburb in Finland

Household consumption accounts for 65–72% of total greenhouse gas emissions globally, and therefore, a change in current consumption patterns has the potential to mitigate climate change and provide emission reductions. There is knowledge on the consumption options with a high mitigation potential, but this information has not been combined with a consumer behavior information. This study examines the emission-reduction potential of suburban residents in Finland through a survey that assesses their willingness to adopt climate actions, and by calculating the potential impact of various actions. Finnish suburban households have already implemented low-impact climate actions (recycling, reducing food waste), but the implementation of high-impact actions in households could also be increased. Transitioning to a vegetarian diet, reducing air travel and limiting consumption are identified as the most effective mitigation actions when the potential increase in the implementation rate and impact on greenhouse gas emissions are considered. However, the results suggest that voluntary individual efforts alone are not sufficient to achieve the 1.5 °C carbon budget. Thus, alongside behavioural changes, strong policy measures and technological advancements are necessary. These findings emphasise the specific individual actions that should be prioritised when formulating climate policies at the national or city levels.

Energy consumption, structural transformation and related carbon dioxide emissions of rural households on the Tibetan plateau

The use of solid fuels presents a dual challenge for rural household energy systems: transitioning to cleaner energy sources while reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Particularly in the Tibetan Plateau (TP), which is highly sensitive to global climate change, addressing rural household energy consumption, structural changes, and related CO2 emissions is crucial for implementing targeted measures. Based on household-level survey data, this study analyzes the quantitative and structural changes in energy consumption patterns among rural households on the TP from 2001 to 2021, as well as their related CO2 emissions. The results indicate that: (1) Yak dung is the primary fuel for rural households on the TP and a major contributor to direct household emissions. (2) While cooking has shifted considerably towards a modern clean energy structure, heating continues to rely on solid fuels such as firewood, yak dung, and coal. (3) Commercial energy used by high-income groups for agriculture, transportation, and other purposes has resulted in an overall increase in total household energy consumption and related CO2 emissions. Policymakers must implement more effective measures to accelerate the transition to cleaner, modern energy sources for heating and cooking purposes.

Motivasi Konsumsi Kolaboratif dalam Era Ekonomi Berbagi

Abstract This study analyzes the motivational factors in collaborative consumption in the sharing economy era, focusing on economic aspects, social orientation, ecological aspects, and personal values that influence individual participation. The analysis shows the dominant role of economic factors in participation motivation, with differences between service providers and users. Social motives and environmental concerns also have a big influence on consumption behavior. This research was conducted through 60-minute interviews with five informants, highlighting experienced consumers on online platforms such as Airbnb, Go-Jek, Grab, OLX, and Bukalapak. The data provides insight into the motivations behind changing consumption patterns. Analysis includes economic aspects, utility, social orientation, emotional, environmental, and personal values. Keywords: Collaborative consumption, motivation factors, economic aspects

South Africa’s food system: An industry perspective on past, present and future applications of science and technology

The South African food system is facing severe challenges as increasing hunger, rising food costs, lack of dietary diversity, child stunting, foodborne illnesses, food waste and an obesity epidemic coupled with malnutrition are observed. In this study, we aimed to establish the application of science and technology advances in the food and beverage industry in South Africa in response to food consumption pattern changes since 1994 and how they could be used to address food security challenges. We found that food consumption shifts have been towards sugar-sweetened beverages, processed and packaged food, animal-source foods and added caloric sweeteners, and away from vegetables. These dietary shifts are concerning as they relate to public health. Most commitments to improve the nutritional status of South Africans have been limited to corporate social investment strategies and should be extended into core business strategies. Furthermore, although the South African food and beverage industry has kept pace with developments in food manufacturing practices, there has been little experimentation with non-commercial novel technologies. The expert survey revealed that indigenous African crops and food waste recovery are the two most promising emerging food sources that could be available to South Africans in the shortest time frame. South Africa has many enabling drivers to become a global leader in food technology advances. However, many barriers need to be overcome for industry, academia and government to collaborate to advance novel food science and technologies to reach commercialisation.

Pembuatan Frozen Food (Stuffed Chicken) dengan Penambahan Proporsi Puree Sayuran (Wortel, Jagung Manis, Dan Kacang Polong)

Changes in social conditions and lifestyle change people's consumption patterns, so there is a need for innovation in making food by utilizing vegetables to increase nutritional complexity. Stuffed Chicken is a processed product made from the main ingredient of chicken meat with the addition of vegetable puree. These problems became the objectives of this study to determine: 1) Sensory quality results which include shape, color, taste, aroma, texture and level of preference; 2) Nutritional content which includes energy, carbohydrates, protein, fat, fiber, and vitamin A; 3) Selling price of stuffed chicken per 250 gram package. This research used observation method through a sensory quality test with 30 panelists. Data result were processed with a single anova test followed by a Duncan’s test. Nutritional content (energy, carbohydrate, protein, fat, fiber, and vitamin A) was tested in the laboratory. The results showed: 1) the addition of vegetable puree proportion (carrots, sweet corn, and peas) affects the criteria of taste and aroma, while the criteria of shape, color, texture and level of liking have no significant effect. The nutritional content of stuffed chicken is energy of 294.85 kcal, carbohydrates 42.90g, protein 14.96g, fat 7.24g, Fiber 3.23g, and vitamin A 67.10 μg. The selling price of stuffed chicken is known to be Rp.36,500 per package weighing 250 grams.

Fenomena Penggunaan E-Commerce terhadap Perilaku Konsumsi Mahasiswa

The use of E-Commerce platforms has a significant impact on students' shopping patterns and consumption behavior. This article aims to analyze the factors that influence students in choosing to shop through E-Commerce and its impact on students' consumptive behavior from the perspective of consumption theory and modernization theory. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach, with sources collected through literature studies, data analysis, validity of analysis with data triangulation techniques. The results show that factors such as ease of use, price, product quality, availability of goods, emotional benefits, and tangible evidence influence students in choosing to shop through E-Commerce. The impact is a significant change in students' consumption patterns, which includes satisfaction with purchases, ease of product access, but also uncertainty about future needs and changes in shopping priorities. The implication is the importance of financial awareness and wise financial management skills for university students in dealing with the use of E-Commerce to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the benefits in improving their quality of life.

Alcohol-Specific Inpatient Diagnoses in Germany: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analysis of Primary and Secondary Diagnoses from 2012 to 2021.

Our study aimed to a) describe the distribution of hospital discharges with primary and secondary alcohol-specific diagnoses by sex and age group, and b) describe how the number of hospital discharges with primary and secondary alcohol-specific diagnoses have changed across different diagnostic groups (categorized by primary International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision [ICD-10] diagnosis) over time. Retrospective cross-sectional analysis. German hospital settings between 2012 and 2021. All persons aged 15-69 admitted to hospitals as registered in a nationwide data set. We counted a) the number of all hospital discharges and b) the number of hospital discharges with at least one alcohol-specific secondary diagnosis (secondary alcohol-specific diagnosis) by year, sex, age group, and diagnostic group. One diagnostic group included all primary alcohol-specific diagnoses, while 13 additional groups aligned with ICD-10 chapters (e.g., neoplasms). Alcohol-involvement was defined as either a primary or secondary alcohol-specific diagnosis. Of 95 417 204 recorded hospital discharges between 2012 and 2021, 3 828 917 discharges (4.0%; 2 913 903 men (6.4%); 915 014 women (1.8%)) involved either a primary or at least one secondary diagnosis related to alcohol. Of all alcohol-involved hospital discharges, 56.8% (1 654 736 discharges) had no primary but only a secondary alcohol-specific diagnosis. Secondary alcohol-specific diagnoses were particularly prevalent in hospital discharges due to injuries. With rising age, alcohol-involvement in hospital discharges due to digestive or cardiovascular diseases increased. Between 2012 and 2021, the rate of alcohol-involved hospital discharges has decreased more in younger as compared with older adults (average change between 2012 and 2021: 15-24: -55%; 25-34: -41%; 35-44: -23%; 45-54: -31%; 55-64: -21%; 65-69: -8%). The number of alcohol-involved hospital discharges in Germany from 2012 to 2021 more than doubles (from 1 654 736 to 3 828 917) when including secondary alcohol-specific diagnoses. More pronounced declines among younger adults may be attributed to unequal changes in alcohol consumption patterns across the population and to the hazardous effects of long-term alcohol use.

Smallholder farmers’ coping strategies to climate change and variability: Evidence from Ethiopia

Climate change poses significant challenges for smallholder farmers worldwide, particularly in regions like sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia, requiring effective coping strategies for resilience. This study examines farmers’ exposure to climatic shocks and their adoption of coping strategies. Findings from a survey of 646 farm households and qualitative discussions revealed farmers’ high vulnerability to climate-related hazards. Smallholder farmers rely on ex-ante coping strategies, including early planting (48.5%), income diversification (41.3%), increasing savings (42 %), water management (39.2%), and sowing drought-resistant varieties (37%). Similarly, they resort to ex-post coping techniques, such as reducing expenses (46.1%), utilizing savings (41.6%), changes in consumption patterns (39.5%), seeking assistance from relatives (23.5%), borrowing (17.6%), selling assets (11.9%), and migration for employment (8.7%). Farmers also encounter constraints such as limited access to weather information, inadequate extension services, weak institutional support, insufficient skills, high poverty levels, and limited access to innovations. Factors like land size, climate training, self-efficacy, cost-effectiveness perception, and hazard consequence perception positively influence farmers’ adoption of proactive strategies against climate change, while being male, older, less educated, owning a farm, limited access to extension services, and market constraints hinder anticipatory measures. Additionally, household head being male, education level, farm experience, land ownership, and access to climate information positively impact the implementation of ex-post strategies, whereas age, agroecology, infrequent extension worker visits, and limited road access have negative effects. Enhancing access to climate information, institutional support, and design policy with an understanding of these multifaceted contexts could substantially improve smallholder farmers’ resilience to climate change.

Revealing the scarcity-weighted land-water-energy nexus of urban China: Tele-connection and node-strength pattern

Urbanization and economic growth together exacerbate land, water and energy (LWE) resource scarcities and demand-supply conflicts in global cities. In highly urbanized regions like the megacity Beijing, these challenges induce changes of the cross-regional LWE nexus in key resource nodes and strength. This study presents an integrated model that combines the multi-regional input-output model with modified scarcity-weighted and nexus node-strength indicators to better understand this phenomenon. The results highlight the central role water plays within the urban LWE nexus, despite a 61.3 % decrease in its scarcity-weighted footprint from 2007 to 2017. In the local context, over half of economic sectors exhibit a two-node nexus pattern, with the water-energy nexus being particularly prominent. Regarding the tele-connection pattern, the three-node nexus is the most common type with higher strength. The spatial distribution of provinces with three-node nexus has shifted from the northeast and neighboring provinces of Beijing in 2007 to the central region in 2017. Moving forward, prioritizing changes in consumption patterns, diversifying supply sources, improving resource use efficiency, and optimizing industrial and regional trade structures are crucial for regional sustainable development. These findings provide valuable insights for formulating effective solutions to address demand-supply conflicts for cities from a broader nexus perspective.

Impacts of caffeine consumption in the workplace: from moderate use to dependence

The central focus of the article is the use of caffeine in the workplace context, with its main objective being to analyze from continued use, without leading to more serious consequences for the user, to that which leads to the development of a proper dependency. Through a review of literature relevant to the topic, a reflection is proposed that, among other aspects, classifies drug consumption into two modes, functional and dysfunctional, where in the former, it is used as a "tool" for work, without causing impairments to its performance, and in the latter, there is a change in consumption pattern, severely affecting professional performance. In the transition from functional to dysfunctional use, the drug ceases to be a means to become an end in itself, and although this does not occur with the majority of users, the conclusion is that, even in functional use, the individual's relationship with their activity is essentially adaptive, and therefore cannot be considered healthy.

Biomass and Circular Economy: Now and the Future

Biomass is inherently organic and renewable, promoting a circular economy ecosystem. As global consumption patterns change, circular economy strategies have turned into sustainable net-zero strategies for developing countries and developed countries, and its value chain is now included in important biomass energy policies. Many countries are actively transforming their economic growth patterns, developing their own circular economy, targeting ecological sustainable development, and adjusting domestic industrial structures. The concept of a circular society, synergistic with the social economy and developed on the basis of the circular economy, has production and consumption at its core. This research aims to verify the important roles that biomass plays in the circular economy and to initiate a virtuous resource circulation model, promote material recycling and reuse, form a “resources-products-renewable resources” model, and promote better resource use efficiency. It discusses the important roles that the bioeconomy plays when achieving a circular economy and also proposes new economic and policy concepts. The key conclusions cover: (1) the biomass energy–circular economy business model; (2) recognizing the co-benefit of consumers and a prosumer circular economy; and (3) challenges to a renewable cycle under economic applications.

Changes in alcohol consumption during the COVID-19 among first-year university students in Spain, considering the risk of problematic use – UniHcos project

The aim of this study was to evaluate the possible impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on prevalence rates and self-reported changes in patterns of alcohol use among first-year university students in Spain, considering the risk of problematic alcohol use. A serial cross-sectional study based on the uniHcos project was carried out. Data from 10 518 first-year university students (73.3% female, mean age 19 (SD = 1.6)) collected between 2012 and 2022 were analysed. The evolution of the pooled prevalence rates during the time series was analysed and the risk of problematic alcohol consumption was assessed using the AUDIT. Also, self-reported changes in alcohol use patterns during the pandemic were assessed. According to the results, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the prevalence of alcohol use in the past 30-days was reduced (76.3% in 2019 vs. 63.7% in COVID-19) increasing again in the New Normal period. Thus, a similar pattern in the practice of binge drinking was observed. Regarding the AUDIT score, 21.7% (95%CI 20.9, 22.6) of the students had harmful alcohol consumption, with a higher proportion among males. In the multivariable logistic models, a higher AUDIT score was significantly associated (p-value < 0.001) with being male and living with roommates. According to self-reported changes in consumption patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic, a higher proportion of participants with harmful use reported an increase in alcohol consumption compared to those at low-risk (43% vs 19%). Finally, despite the overall reduction in drinking prevalence during COVID-19, changes were not equal for all students and depended on their previous level of problematic drinking, highlighting that this should be considered in the development of strategies against alcohol use in this population.

Techno-productive experiences for climate action in Argentina: Insights from renewable energy projects

The main purpose of this research is to analyze techno-productive experiences within the framework of renewable energy projects based on the use and exploitation of solar energy in a region defined by favorable bioclimatic conditions. Following a primarily qualitative method, the research has been based on four case studies of working groups and their experiences. Stakeholders from diverse origin and background, interested in developing their technologies (processes, inputs, components, equipment) for the use of solar energy have managed to enhance the links among such developments, the productive sector and the communities in the territorial area where they carry out their activities. As a possible path of sociotechnical transition, these specific processes materialize energy transition with the progressive change of production and consumption patterns in favor of climate action.

Efficiency Metrics: Assessing the Impacts of Grid Reliability on Energy Efficiency in Smart Systems

This study explores the relationship between grid reliability and energy efficiency in China’s energy landscape. Findings highlight the influence of energy efficiency in the past while revealing random effects of smart grid penetration. Demand-side management and renewable energy integration significantly increase energy efficiency. Grid reliability and technology investment enhance efficiency, although consumption pattern changes show a limited impact. Implications for policy and energy strategies are discussed.

Talkpod Program Broadcasting Diversification Program on Net Tv Through Digital Platform

This research is to reveal that broadcasting diversification is an important strategy for television stations in facing the development of broadcasting technology platforms and changes in social media consumption patterns of android-based communities. The "Talkpod" program is one of NET TV's innovations that combines the concepts of talk shows and podcasts, which are then distributed through digital platforms. The research method used is a qualitative method and data collection techniques by conducting interviews, observations, and document studies. This research approach focuses on television program broadcasting strategies in expanding audience reach.The results show that the diversification of broadcasting the "Talkpod" program through digital platforms provides several strategic advantages for Net Tv. First, expanding audience reach, especially among millennials and Gen Z who are more active on digital platforms. Second, increasing interaction and engagement with the audience through interactive features offered by digital platforms. Third, opening up new opportunities for monetization through digital advertising and collaboration with various brands.

Impact of COVID-19 on dietary diversity and food security in Pakistan: A comprehensive analysis

This study investigates the impact of COVID-19 on dietary diversity and food security in Pakistan's Punjab and Sindh provinces, assessing how the pandemic has influenced individuals' access to varied and nutritious foods. Utilizing data from 1067 respondents collected through online surveys, the research highlights significant changes in food consumption patterns, with infected individuals showing higher Dietary Diversity Scores (DDS) than those not infected. The findings indicate a shift towards more readily available and affordable food items such as cereals, fruits, and dairy products, reflecting adjustments in dietary habits during the pandemic. Socio-economic factors, including age, gender, urban residency, and wealth, were identified as key determinants of dietary diversity. Specifically, women and urban residents showed improved dietary habits during the pandemic. In addition, the study identifies nutritional awareness as a critical factor in promoting healthier food choices, suggesting that well-informed individuals have more diverse diets, which could aid in disease prevention, contributing to potential disease prevention. The research underscores the pandemic's profound effects on dietary patterns and food security. It calls for policy interventions focused on improving food access, enhancing public awareness on nutrition, and integrating food security measures into pandemic response strategies to support vulnerable populations and ensure long-term resilience against health crises.

Minimnya Ketersediaan Penjualan Ikan di Pasar MMTC

The fish market in Medan, Indonesia, is a significant contributor to the local economy, providing an important source of protein for its residents. Fish product suppliers in the Medan MMTC market face challenges in managing inventory levels. The minimal availability of fish for sale at the MMTC market is an important issue that can affect the local economy and food security of local communities. This mini research aims to find out what factors cause the minimal availability of wet fish sales at MMTC as well as the influence of seasonal demand for fish at MMTC on fish availability. This research uses a qualitative approach with a literature review method. Data was collected from articles and journals available on Google Scholar and other websites. Meanwhile, data collection techniques use interviews, observation and documentation. The research results show that the factors causing the minimal availability of wet fish sales at MMTC include: limited resources, increasing costs, changes in consumption patterns, limited infrastructure, and limited markets. In its synthesis, the influence of seasonal demand for fish in the MMTC market on fish availability is influenced by several factors that influence demand for fish in the market, namely: seasonal dynamics in demand for fish in the MMTC market, variability of consumers who buy fish in the MMTC market, and the influence of fish prices

Analysis of Brand Positioning in Online Course Companies to Change Consumption Patterns—A Case Study in the Personal Wellbeing Sector

This article examines the communication and marketing requirements of a prospective business enterprise that specializes in offering online courses focusing on psychology, personal growth and professional development to change patterns of educational production and consumption. The objective of this research is to analyse the necessary brand positioning for this company to improve its visibility, attracting and retaining interested customers. Using a sequential and evidence-based methodology, this study analyses the precise business requirements to establish an optimal and competitive platform for professionals offering wellbeing courses. This involved analysing the characteristics and needs of the target audience—the professionals who would deliver the courses—and the audience who would enrol in the courses. In addition, we assessed the company’s environmental context, its strengths, weaknesses and unique selling points, as well as effective marketing and positioning strategies, and its direct competitors. We identified a growing interest in online training of courses that contribute to wellbeing. Among the target audience, preferences were diverse, with 58.1% leaning towards personal growth, 45.9% interested in meditation and 43.2% in psychology. Social media, particularly YouTube (52.7%), served as the main source of information for these courses. Criticisms focused mainly on issues such as poor visual and audio quality (20%), inadequate structuring of content (30%) and perceived boredom (23.6%). Addressing these preferences through multilingual translation, niche targeting, diverse course offerings, flexible pricing and membership options can effectively cater to diverse customer segments. The findings emphasise the importance of prioritising audiovisual quality and personalised learning experiences to foster audience loyalty.