Should We Play Games Where Energy Is Concerned? Perceptions of Serious Gaming as a Technology to Motivate Energy Behaviour Change among Social Housing Residents
The invisibility and intangibility of energy are key challenges faced by communicators looking to reduce household energy demand. ‘Serious games’—defined as formalized, goal-oriented games designed to educate, or promote health and well-being—are one potential...
Main Authors: | Christine Boomsma, Rebecca Hafner, Sabine Pahl, Rory V. Jones, Alba Fuertes |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-05-01
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Series: | Sustainability |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/10/6/1729 |
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