Study goals
This study aims to analyze the influence of eco-certification on notebook purchase intention, investigating how attributes such as performance, price, and brand interact with sustainability to shape consumer decisions in the Brazilian context.
Relevance / originality
The study is relevant for exploring eco-certification in notebook purchasing decisions in an emerging market, providing original evidence on the interaction between sustainability, technical attributes, and consumer preferences, which is still little investigated in the Brazilian context.
Methodology / approach
The research adopts a quantitative approach, using an experimental design and an online questionnaire with 266 UFSM staff members. Notebook attributes (eco-certification, brand, performance, and price) were manipulated to measure impacts on purchase intention and brand value perception.
Main results
Product C (HP, with eco-certification and i5) achieved the highest overall preference, especially among women. Certification positively influenced choices when combined with high performance, but price and brand remained decisive. Low awareness of eco-labels limited their impact.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
The study expands the understanding of the role of eco-certification in consumer behavior in emerging markets, showing its interaction with technical and brand attributes. Methodologically, it applies an experimental design to isolate variables and measure impacts on purchase intention.
Social / management contributions
The study provides insights for managers to develop more effective green marketing strategies, integrating eco-certifications with consumer-valued attributes. Socially, it encourages environmental awareness and responsible consumption, contributing to market practices aligned with sustainability in the technology sector.