Examining the Dynamics of Energy Demand through a Biographical Lens

C. Butler; K. Parkhill; F. Shirani; K. Henwood; N. Pidgeon

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Examining the Dynamics of Energy Demand through a Biographical Lens

C. Butler, K. Parkhill, F. Shirani, K. Henwood, N. Pidgeon

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It is widely recognized that a major challenge in low carbon transitioning is the reduction of energy consumption. This implies a signifi cant level of transformation in our ways of living, meaning the challenge is one that runs deep into the fabric of our personal lives. In this article we combine biographical research approaches with concepts from Bourdieu's practice theory to develop understanding of processes of change that embed particular patterns of energy consumption. Through an analysis of “case biographies” we show the value of biographical methods for understanding the dynamics of energy demand.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	164-182
Journal	Nature and Culture
Volume	9
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3167/nc.2014.090204
Publication status	Published - 1 Jun 2014

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