Exploring Green Information Systems and Technologies as Persuasive Systems: A Systematic Review of Applications in Published Research

Abstract

Adopting eco-friendly behaviors has gained attention in multiple scientific fields ranging from psychology to business, to information systems and computer science. Combining knowledge of creating software solutions with behavioral science studies can enhance research on sustainability and contribute to fostering green attitudes. Considering current state of Green Information Systems and Technologies (IS/IT), we suggest employing persuasive techniques to create “green” solutions. Bridging studies of Persuasive Technologies and Behavior Change Support Systems with the Green IS/IT, we suggest that Persuasive Systems Design principles are capable of enhancing performance of “green” applications as well as improving eco-oriented behaviors in both individual and organizational user contexts. Having reviewed and analyzed published articles on environmentally-oriented systems, we examined which persuasive design principles are currently used and which ones could be utilized better in contemporary and future applications