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ArticleOpen Access http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/as.2026.06.001

The Behavior of Bahraini Citizens Toward Energy Saving in the Residential Sector

Ali Hasan Eid1,*, Christophe Alaux2, Abdul-karim Hasan Rashed3

1Independent researcher, Bahrain.

2Dean of Institute of Public Management & Territorial Governance, Aix-en-Provence 13625, France.

3Independent researcher and Environmental Sustainability Expert, Bahrain.

*Corresponding author:Ali Hasan Eid

Published: March 17, 2026

Abstract

Energy plays a role in providing prosperity and essential needs for the residential sector, where citizens should conserve electricity to sustain the energy sources. This study aims to identify factors influencing Bahraini citizens’ attitudes toward energy conservation in the residential sector and evaluate the impact of government initiatives on energy conservation and sustainability. It will assist policymakers in reviewing energy-saving policies to ensure sustainable electricity provision at reasonable prices. To achieve those aims, the study employed a survey design to investigate the factors influencing the behaviour of Bahraini citizens regarding energy conservation. The study found that attitudes, perceived behavioural control, and personal norms significantly influence residential energy-saving intentions. Subjective norms have an insignificant impact. Awareness of consequences has a positive influence on personal norms, while responsibility ascription does not significantly impact personal norms. Personal norms are positively correlated with intentions to save energy. Socio-demographic factors associated with the model variables include gender, education, job sector, and place of residence in Bahrain. It’s important to note that socio-demographic factors are not a fundamental component of the proposed model used in this study. There is a need for collaboration between citizens and the government to conserve natural resources for future generations by enhancing the national strategy to attain sustainable electricity consumption. This will ensure a sustainable supply of electricity to citizens at a reasonable tariff. Further, this study offers valuable insights to researchers and policymakers within Bahrain’s energy sector.

Keyword

Sustainability; climate change; sustainable energy; energy conservation; SDGs

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How to cite this paper

The Behavior of Bahraini Citizens Toward Energy Saving in the Residential Sector

How to cite this paper: Ali Hasan Eid, Christophe Alaux, Abdul-karim Hasan Rashed. (2026). The Behavior of Bahraini Citizens Toward Energy Saving in the Residential Sector. Advance in Sustainability, 6(1), 1-16.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/as.2026.06.001