Questioning the Role of Psychology in the Quest Towards a More Sustainable Society

The pursuit of a sustainable society has become an urgent global concern. Overt actions deriving from multiple scientific disciplines in contributing to this endeavour are clearly manifest, whereas the impact of psychology in fostering sustainable behaviours and facilitating social change is less evident. Despite the volume of research focused on influencing individuals' attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours towards the environment, the quantity and efficacy of behaviour change interventions still leaves a lot to be desired. This presentation will critically examine the contributions of psychology to the creation of a more sustainable society and will call for a greater propensity towards applied work to promote sustainable practices at individual, community, and societal levels. Ultimately, this presentation is intended to motivate and inspire students, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and educators to recognise and mobilise the potential of psychology as a catalyst for positive change in the quest towards a more sustainable future.