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Does individuals' age matter? A comparative study of generation X and generation Y on green housing purchase intention

Jitender Kumar (Department of Management Studies, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal, India)
Vinki Rani (Department of Management Studies, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal, India)
Garima Rani (Department of Management Studies, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal, India)
Manju Rani (Department of Management Studies, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal, India)

Property Management

ISSN: 0263-7472

Article publication date: 19 January 2024

Issue publication date: 22 July 2024

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Abstract

Purpose

This comparative research examines the factors influencing individuals' purchase intention toward green housing. By examining these factors, this study provides fruitful insights into the purchase intentions and behaviors for greenhouses among individuals of different age groups in India.

Design/methodology/approach

Data were gathered from Generation (Gen) X (313) and Generation (Gen) Y (297) using self-administered questionnaires. The “partial least squares structural equation modeling” was used to test the hypotheses.

Findings

The outcome shows that attitude and green trust substantially impact the green purchase intention of Gen X and Y. More specifically, environmental knowledge insignificantly influences the green purchase intention of Gen X while significantly influencing Gen Y. However, perceived risk insignificantly affects the purchase intention of both Gen X and Y. Consequently, green purchase intention substantially impacts the green purchase behavior in both studies.

Research limitations/implications

This research focuses primarily on India; future research may be conducted in different geographical contexts. This study could also be extended to all age groups individuals.

Practical implications

The findings of this article facilitate policymakers, real estate developers and professional bodies in formulating strategies for sustainable nations in the future.

Originality/value

The current article is the initial empirical attempt to examine the home-buying decisions of individuals in India. Moreover, the role of Generation X and Generation Y in green housing purchase decisions will provide fruitful insights into how different age groups impact the decision-making process of green housing.

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Citation

Kumar, J., Rani, V., Rani, G. and Rani, M. (2024), "Does individuals' age matter? A comparative study of generation X and generation Y on green housing purchase intention", Property Management, Vol. 42 No. 4, pp. 507-522. https://doi.org/10.1108/PM-08-2023-0081

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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