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CCMPS
Exploratory factor analysis
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Abstract
The pressing issue of climate change necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the mitigation practices individuals engage in to address this global crisis. This study aimed to develop and validate the Climate Change Mitigation Practices Scale (CCMPS) using exploratory factor analysis. Data were collected from 768 respondents in Quezon Province, Philippines through a 19-item questionnaire. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a two-factor structure: "Energy and Resource Conservation Practices" and "Active Environmental Engagement." The first factor captures behaviors related to conserving energy, water, and reducing waste, while the latter reflects proactive participation in environmental initiatives. The factors exhibited good reliability, with McDonald's omega values of 0.836 and 0.776, respectively. The CCMPS provides an empirically validated measure for assessing distinct yet interrelated dimensions of climate change mitigation practices. This scale contributes to our understanding of pro-environmental behaviors and can inform targeted interventions aimed at promoting sustainable practices on individual, community, and societal levels. Future research should further validate the CCMPS across diverse populations and investigate its relationships with other relevant psychological and contextual variables.
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