Psychology Today | 01.10.2026 20:29
When it comes to climate action, knowledge matters. Communication and attitudes matter. Yet, de facto, humans are only likely to translate these ingredients into climate-friendly intentions when they believe their own actions can make a difference. Self-efficacy amplifies engagement, and to a certain extent it conditions it. Knowledge does not lead naturally to behavior change. Instead, a more complex pathway, in which knowledge feeds engagement, shapes attitudes, and influences intentions, operates.
