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Individual environmental concern in the world polity: A multilevel analysis
Jennifer E Givens1, Andrew K Jorgenson
1Department of Sociology, University of Utah, United States.
Social Science Research
|January 26, 2013
Summary
Global integration increases environmental concern. National integration, particularly through environmental NGOs, boosts individual concern for the environment, supporting world polity theory.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Sociology
- Comparative Politics
- Global Studies
Background:
- Theoretical links between global integration and environmental concern exist but are largely untested.
- Previous research identified national-level indicators like environmental NGOs and ministries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To test the influence of world polity integration on individual environmental concern.
- To examine the roles of environmental international nongovernmental organizations (EINGOs) and environmental ministries.
Main Methods:
- Multilevel analyses were conducted on individual-level data from 37 nations.
- National-level measures of world polity integration were utilized.
Main Results:
- Both EINGOs and environmental ministries positively correlate with individual environmental concern.
- EINGOs showed stronger support as a key indicator of world polity connection.
Conclusions:
- World polity theory is supported, showing global integration impacts individual environmental attitudes.
- Future research should explore global influences on other individual attitudes and behaviors.
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