This study tests Webster's Social Involvement Model
in the realm of energy conservation. An energy conser
vation index (ECI) is developed and serves as the
dependent variable, while sociopsychological, attitudinal
and demographic measures comprise the independent
variables. Rather than being upscale and socially
responsible, those scoring high on. the ECI are socioec
onomically down-scale.
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