ABSTRACT
This chapter explores different theories of consumption and explains alternative disciplinary perspectives on the determinants of (un)sustainable behaviours and practices. Consumption is a major concern for social ecological economics because of the recognised need for societal transformation away from material and energy intensive economies and lifestyles in order to avoid environmental impacts [see Chapter 11]. Policy interest in the field has also increased due to the mounting pressure to decarbonise the economy to prevent human induced climate change.
