... of specific interventions: selective waste collection, use of reusable cups, efforts to reduce food waste and implementation of cashless payment systems. Findings Results show that effective waste management, particularly through reusable cups and selective garbage collection, significantly enhances...

...Angela Rella; Nicola Raimo; Filippo Vitolla Purpose This study aims to address the growing challenges posed by consumerist behavior in ecosystems, leading to increased waste production and escalating costs in waste management. The goal is to investigate the waste management efficiency of Italian...

... owners and recyclers. Clear policy suggestions and improvements for effective plastic-waste management in India are also outlined. Originality/value This paper, based on a qualitative approach, contributes to research on plastic-waste management by integrating the perspectives of all EPR-policy...

... is accepted. Biodegradable bags Buying intentions Environment Ethical self-identity Waste management Waste reduction SN is defined as the performance or nonperformance of behavior concerning perceived social pressure. An individual estimates the caste influence on decision-making...

... by the municipal solid waste management (MSWM) issue. MSWM is reaching a critical level in almost all areas of the world and seeking the development of MSW strategies for a sustainable environment. This paper aims to present the existing global status of MSW generation, composition, management and related problems...