Everyday Energy Information Literacy and Attitudes towards Energy-Related Decisions: Gender Differences among Finns

Many household-level decisions are made in families and, studies, gender has been found to be an important factor affecting both household energy consumption behavior and related use. This article scrutinizes everyday information literacy (EEIL) based on qualitative data collected from Finnish households 2018 reflects the findings by differences that emerged quantitative analysis. The (n = 415) included 323) residents of Ii municipality 92), a pioneering striving for carbon neutrality. results indicate there dimensions EEIL. Scrutinizing revealed nuances differences. brought depth analysis deciphering examples respondents’ views perceived challenges improving efficiency at home. also illustrate need counselling trusted parties whom they hope advice. provides new Gaining more different groups their attitudes, capabilities, preferences helps achieve neutrality targets as society. may utilized tailored communication specific target communities’ decision making policies.