Why support nuclear energy? The roles of citizen knowledge, trust, media use, and perceptions across five Southeast Asian countries

Ho, Shirley S.; Chuah, Agnes S. F.

doi:10.1016/j.erss.2021.102155

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“…Most studies about nuclear energy development are premised in countries currently equipped with industry-scale nuclear facilities [Ho et al, 2019], including Japan [Arikawa, Cao & Matsumoto, 2014] [Ho & Chuah, 2021;Ho et al, 2019;Tan, 2015]. Despite this, local authorities intend to nurture expertise in upholding nuclear safety and for educating the public about the plans for nuclear energy development in Southeast Asia [Ang, 2022].…”

Section: Study Context: Nuclear Energy Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Spokespersons for science: examining social media influencers' popularization of controversial technologies on YouTube

Looi¹,

Ho²

2023

JCOM

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An online experiment involving 251 Singaporeans assessed how social media influencers' (SMIs) prototypicality (i.e., embodiment of group attitudes) and social attraction affected their popularization of nuclear energy development. Participants exposed to a SMI with high prototypicality perceived the YouTube video more favorably, displayed greater intention to share the YouTube video, and possessed greater attitude intensity toward nuclear energy development. Participants displayed greater intention to share the YouTube video when the SMI had high social attraction and possessed moderate to high prototypicality. Conversely, participants displayed less intention to share the YouTube video when the SMI had low social attraction and prototypicality.

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Section: Study Context: Nuclear Energy Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Spokespersons for science: examining social media influencers' popularization of controversial technologies on YouTube

Looi¹,

Ho²

2023

JCOM

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“…The reasons for the low PA levels stem from the perceived risks feared by the public. Although it is necessary to address capacity gaps and human resource issues, these reservations can be backed by adequate technical capacity, capital, and labor that the countries are prepared for (see section 6) [26].…”

Section: Public Acceptance Of Nuclear Energy In the Philippines Asean...mentioning

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The Future of Nuclear Power: A Philippine Perspective

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Tizon,

Ocampo

et al. 2023

IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci.

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A global transition toward sustainable energy systems is of capital importance to avert the adverse effects of climate change. However, at the forefront of this paradigm shift remains energy security as a key constituent. The Philippines, amid imposing high electricity rates because of the importation of coal and fossil fuels, continuously struggles with its energy consumption. As it commits to a 75% reduction and avoidance of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, the Philippines endeavors steps toward meeting its concomitant energy demand while investing in more sustainable energy sources. Among the most viable options, nuclear energy is integral in providing a zero-emission clean energy source to address the demand while attaining the country’s commitment to GHG reduction. Thus, national policy discussions on the introduction of nuclear power in the energy mix are of principal interest as its inclusion is projected to present colossal potential and prospects for the government and its people in terms of employment, energy security, and a sustainable environment. In lieu, this paper pivots on the future of nuclear power in the Philippine context through a comprehensive review of the status of its energy sector, the historical context and status of its nuclear power, public acceptance, capacity building, and economic feasibility.

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“…Such research uses understanding of consciousness from a management point of view and analysis of economic factors to study the influence of consciousness [55]. The challenge of investigating consumer awareness and knowledge [56,57] is long-term and involves the participation of numerous forces and societal resources, as well as the resources of enterprises offering new solutions, in order to stimulate consumer interest and trust [15,58,59].…”

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“…One of the most important factors in this regard is trust [8][9][10]. User knowledge about energy management has been studied [11][12][13]; however, in order to attain it, social campaigns [14], as discussed in [15], are required to generate knowledge and trust, which in turn create awareness [16].…”

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Trust in Renewable Energy as Part of Energy-Saving Knowledge

et al. 2022

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Managing the consumer’s knowledge is a factor that is difficult to measure and not easy to achieve, but it is the basis for building trust in energy sources, including alternative ones. Social and ecological attitudes, as well as the economic situation, force consumers to acquire knowledge and shape their views and knowledge about household energy management. The aim of this article was to analyze the level of knowledge of household managers and determine the level of trust in alternative energy sources. To achieve this goal, previous research and reports were analyzed, and a proprietary quantitative and qualitative research was carried out. In connection with the conducted research, it was found that a very important factor is trust, influencing the perception of energy sources, and the knowledge gained allows for proper management of household energy, thus reducing costs. Research has shown that the trust of people managing energy in households is influenced by trust in renewable energy sources, which consists of knowledge, i.e., the level of social awareness and the willingness to acquire and expand one’s knowledge in this field. In all of the countries surveyed, the degree of trust is adequate, but it is directly proportional to the amount of knowledge and readiness to learn new things in this field.

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Why support nuclear energy? The roles of citizen knowledge, trust, media use, and perceptions across five Southeast Asian countries

Cited by 13 publications

References 52 publications

Spokespersons for science: examining social media influencers' popularization of controversial technologies on YouTube

Spokespersons for science: examining social media influencers' popularization of controversial technologies on YouTube

The Future of Nuclear Power: A Philippine Perspective

Trust in Renewable Energy as Part of Energy-Saving Knowledge

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