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<p>Packaging, a vital part of daily life, significantly contributes to global waste, requiring effective management. This study addresses the packaging waste issue in Türkiye, examining the roles of individuals and institutions in waste management. It offers a novel contribution by combining nationally representative data with sociodemographic analysis to identify behavior patterns that can inform targeted policy and education strategies. A nationwide online survey comprising 22 questions was conducted between April and June 2023, reaching 1,022 participants across all 81 provinces of Türkiye. The data were analyzed through sociodemographic cross-tabulations by age, education, and income level. The survey reveals that while awareness of packaging waste is widespread across all demographics, active participation in waste management remains limited. For instance, although over 75% of participants claimed to recognize recycling symbols, only 45% reported regularly separating packaging waste. The findings suggest that higher education levels correlate with increased awareness and more responsible waste management practices, highlighting the importance of education in improving these practices. Notably, among postgraduate respondents, 39% reported using cloth bags instead of plastic, compared to only 21% among primary school graduates. The introduction of fees for plastic bags has led to a notable reduction in their usage and a rise in the use of reusable cloth bags, reflecting a growing environmental consciousness among the public. The primary goal of recycling packaging waste is to mitigate environmental harm and conserve resources. Efficient waste separation at the source is identified as critical for enhancing time and cost efficiency in waste management. The study concludes that public awareness campaigns and local government initiatives promoting source separation can significantly boost the recycling potential of packaging waste in Türkiye, contributing to both economic and environmental sustainability. This study provides a novel, data-driven perspective on the link between education, behavioral trends, and recycling potential in a developing country context, offering insights that can inform future policy and waste management strategies.</p>

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Recycling potential of packaging wastes: the case of Türkiye

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年12月15日

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  • Ahmet Burhan Koyuncu,
  • Emine Elmaslar Özbaş,
  • Mirac Nur Ciner,
  • Hüseyin Kurtulus Ozcan

摘要

Packaging, a vital part of daily life, significantly contributes to global waste, requiring effective management. This study addresses the packaging waste issue in Türkiye, examining the roles of individuals and institutions in waste management. It offers a novel contribution by combining nationally representative data with sociodemographic analysis to identify behavior patterns that can inform targeted policy and education strategies. A nationwide online survey comprising 22 questions was conducted between April and June 2023, reaching 1,022 participants across all 81 provinces of Türkiye. The data were analyzed through sociodemographic cross-tabulations by age, education, and income level. The survey reveals that while awareness of packaging waste is widespread across all demographics, active participation in waste management remains limited. For instance, although over 75% of participants claimed to recognize recycling symbols, only 45% reported regularly separating packaging waste. The findings suggest that higher education levels correlate with increased awareness and more responsible waste management practices, highlighting the importance of education in improving these practices. Notably, among postgraduate respondents, 39% reported using cloth bags instead of plastic, compared to only 21% among primary school graduates. The introduction of fees for plastic bags has led to a notable reduction in their usage and a rise in the use of reusable cloth bags, reflecting a growing environmental consciousness among the public. The primary goal of recycling packaging waste is to mitigate environmental harm and conserve resources. Efficient waste separation at the source is identified as critical for enhancing time and cost efficiency in waste management. The study concludes that public awareness campaigns and local government initiatives promoting source separation can significantly boost the recycling potential of packaging waste in Türkiye, contributing to both economic and environmental sustainability. This study provides a novel, data-driven perspective on the link between education, behavioral trends, and recycling potential in a developing country context, offering insights that can inform future policy and waste management strategies.