Climate Change and Reproductive Intentions in Europe

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Longevity, Fertility and Economic Growth: Do Environmental Factors Matter?

“…First and foremost, it predicts a positive effect of pollution on households' decisions regarding higher fertility. As mentioned above, existing analyses have already tested this result and have verified it empirically (Aggarwal et al., ; Bhattacharya and Innes, ; De Rose and Testa, ; Brauner‐Otto, ). Note, however, that all the mechanisms that are central to the emergence of this result in our model can also provide testable implications.…”

“…Empirical evidence supporting the idea that various forms of environmental degradation can alter household decisions towards increased fertility is provided by Aggarwal et al. (), Bhattacharya and Innes (), De Rose and Testa () and Brauner‐Otto ().…”

Environmental attitudes and fertility desires among US adolescents from 2005–2019

“…In wealthier countries, results are also inconsistent. A 2011 study in Europe found an association between environmental concern and pro‐natalism (De Rose & Testa, 2015). In contrast, two small‐sample studies of Canadian college students found a negative association between environmental concern and fertility desires (Arnocky et al, 2012; Davis et al, 2019).…”

Having Children in Europe: The Role of Social Capital

“…The resources a potential parent needs are of a different nature: monetary support to reduce the general costs of rearing a child; informal childcare and help in household duties; or even only emotional support (Bühler & Philipov, 2005;Bernardi & Klaerner, 2014). The characteristics of the immediate living environment, that is the contextual dimensions closest to individuals, should be also considered (Bongaarts & Watkins, 1996;Lee et al, 1994;De Rose & Testa, 2016). In fact, the structural factors, such as the availability and affordability of housing, family-oriented services and infrastructure, or economic opportunities and constraints relate to the direct and indirect costs of children (Kulu & Vikat, 2007;Kulu, 2011;Kulu & Washbrook, 2014;Fiori et al, 2014).…”