International Journal Management and Economic (IJME)
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): May: International Journal Management and Economic

SOURCES OF RESISTANCE IN THE ADOPTION OF ECO-FRIENDLY LIGHTING PRODUCTS: A STUDY OF TECHNICAL DOUBTS, EXAGGERATED NARRATIVES, AND BRAND DISTRUST

Didit Darmawan (Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya)
M. Najib Zakariya (Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Apr 2026

Abstract

This literature study aims to analyze the sources of consumer resistance to environmentally friendly lighting products, focusing on doubts about technical specifications, resistance to exaggerated green promotion narratives, and distrust of brand motivations behind environmental campaigns. The method used is qualitative library research with a thematic synthesis approach following systematic literature review procedures. The results indicate that technical doubts arise from complex information confusing average consumers and past negative experiences with energy-efficient products. Resistance to promotional narratives is triggered by greenwashing practices, exaggerated unverifiable claims, and patronizing language. Distrust of brand motivations stems from perceptions that companies are more motivated by profit than environmental concern, reinforced by inconsistencies between campaigns and business practices. These three sources of resistance are interconnected and mutually reinforcing, creating significant barriers to adoption of environmentally friendly products. Understanding these resistance sources is essential for manufacturers and policymakers to design more authentic and effective communication strategies. This study contributes theoretically to enriching green marketing literature with a consumer resistance perspective and practically provides foundations for manufacturers in simplifying technical information, avoiding exaggerated claims, and building trust through consistent practices.

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Abbrev

IJME

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Economics, Econometrics & Finance

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International Journal Management and Economic (IJME) is published three times a year, in January, Mey and September by Asosiasi Dosen Muda Indonesia. IJME aims to: Promote the latest research results on Management and/or Entrepreneurship and also Economic. Only publish the results of Subjects ...