Climate Change and Responsible Consumption: From Crisis to Conscious Consumer Choices

This book explores the impact of our consumption habits on the planet and how global crises can transform them. Connecting climate policy, sustainable development, and consumer behavior, it offers a clear framework for understanding responsible consumption. Additionally, the book examines EU climate targets, circular economy principles, and the role of digital commerce in shaping environmental outcomes.

Through an analysis of five major global crises ranging from the 1973 oil shock to the current climate emergency, the book illustrates how recent disruptions, such as the pandemic and the Russo-Ukrainian War, can prompt more conscientious choices while revealing the obstacles to lasting change. With real-world case studies and evidence-based policy insights, the book provides researchers, policymakers, and individuals interested in climate action with theoretical insights and practical tools.

Prof. dr. Asta Mikalauskiene is a Professor at Vilnius University, Kaunas Faculty. Her scholarly work focuses on how sustainability principles are integrated into organizational practices and everyday social behavior. She has contributed to the development of conceptual and methodological tools for sustainability assessment, with particular attention to corporate responsibility, institutional contexts, and behavioral change. Mikalauskiene has published widely in international journals and collective monographs, advancing discussions on responsible consumption and production. She is also actively involved in academic mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration aimed at supporting sustainability transitions through research, education, and public engagement.

Prof. Dr. Dalia Streimikiene is affiliated with Mykolas Romeris University, where she conducts research on sustainability transformations, climate policy measures, and the societal implications of environmental governance. Her work examines how policy frameworks and institutional arrangements shape progress toward long-term sustainability goals. She has an extensive record of international publications and editorial activity, reflecting her ongoing contribution to the development of sustainability research and its application in policy and strategic planning. She is Editor-in -Chief of the international journal Transformations in Business and Economics referred at WoS.

Dr. Ignas Mikalauskas is a researcher at Vilnius University, Kaunas Faculty. His research focuses on sustainable energy transitions, climate change mitigation, and the social acceptance of renewable energy technologies. He examines the interaction between policy instruments, market conditions, and behavioral drivers in shaping household and community responses to changing energy systems. Mikalauskas contributes to studies on public willingness to adopt and financially support low-carbon technologies, emphasizing the role of trust, perceived fairness, and social norms. Alongside research activities, he is involved in teaching and public outreach that promote informed and responsible approaches to consumption and climate action.