Cross-Cultural Validation of A Revised Environmental Identity Scale

The environmental identity (EID) scale, first published in 2003, was developed to measure individual differences a stable sense of interdependence and connectedness with nature. Since then, it has been reliably correlated measures behavior concern. However, the original scale based on U.S. college students, raising questions about its validity for other types populations. This study revised EID tested five countries (four continents) total sample size 1717 participants. Results support strong internal consistency across all locations. Importantly, significantly research gives us greater confidence that construct is meaningful different cultural contexts. Because designed be relevant wider range people experiences, recommended as replacement 2003 version.