Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria
The escalating environmental concerns associated with polymer waste have prompted a global call for sustainable solutions. This study explores the viability and potential impact of implementing buy-back programs for polymer waste in Nigeria. Through an extensive review of existing literature, enviro...
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| author | Oludele Mayowa Solaja Olumide D. Onafeso Olamide Faruq Amoo |
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| description | The escalating environmental concerns associated with polymer waste have prompted a global call for sustainable solutions. This study explores the viability and potential impact of implementing buy-back programs for polymer waste in Nigeria. Through an extensive review of existing literature, environmental policies, and case studies, the research aims to provide insights into the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of such initiatives. The study adopted a qualitative research design with the use of in-depth interviews among 25 participants comprising ecopreneurs, environmental management officers, and community residents in the Ijebu region of Ogun State, Nigeria. Based on participant interviews, the research shows that stakeholders realize the economic and environmental benefits of such programs, but various difficulties must be overcome for success. Efficient collection and transportation methods are needed due to logistical challenges like those in waste management programs. Positive policies are needed to stimulate and regulate buy-back efforts, as is regulatory assistance. Community trust and engagement are crucial to buy-back program success. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-5a083861fc0d4e0a9504888bb30bcea02024-11-21T11:41:25ZengCV. Literasi IndonesiaIndonesian Journal of Social and Environmental Issues2722-13692024-08-015215817010.47540/ijsei.v5i2.12811282Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in NigeriaOludele Mayowa Solaja0Olumide D. Onafeso1Olamide Faruq Amoo2Department of Sociology, Olabisi Onabanjo University, NigeriaDepartment of Geography, Olabisi Onabanjo University, NigeriaDepartment of Geography, Olabisi Onabanjo University, NigeriaThe escalating environmental concerns associated with polymer waste have prompted a global call for sustainable solutions. This study explores the viability and potential impact of implementing buy-back programs for polymer waste in Nigeria. Through an extensive review of existing literature, environmental policies, and case studies, the research aims to provide insights into the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of such initiatives. The study adopted a qualitative research design with the use of in-depth interviews among 25 participants comprising ecopreneurs, environmental management officers, and community residents in the Ijebu region of Ogun State, Nigeria. Based on participant interviews, the research shows that stakeholders realize the economic and environmental benefits of such programs, but various difficulties must be overcome for success. Efficient collection and transportation methods are needed due to logistical challenges like those in waste management programs. Positive policies are needed to stimulate and regulate buy-back efforts, as is regulatory assistance. Community trust and engagement are crucial to buy-back program success.https://ojs.literacyinstitute.org/index.php/ijsei/article/view/1281buy-back programsfeasibilitypolymer wastesustainable management |
| spellingShingle | Oludele Mayowa Solaja Olumide D. Onafeso Olamide Faruq Amoo Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria Indonesian Journal of Social and Environmental Issues buy-back programs feasibility polymer waste sustainable management |
| title | Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria |
| title_full | Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria |
| title_fullStr | Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria |
| title_full_unstemmed | Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria |
| title_short | Revitalizing Sustainability: Exploring the Feasibility and Impacts of Polymer Waste Buy-Back Programs in Nigeria |
| title_sort | revitalizing sustainability exploring the feasibility and impacts of polymer waste buy back programs in nigeria |
| topic | buy-back programs feasibility polymer waste sustainable management |
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