WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION: A CASE STUDY OF REVERSE VENDING MACHINE USABILITY IN THE PELAGONIA REGION

Angeloska-Dichovska, Monika and Gjorgjioska, Emilija and Boshkoska, Meri and Janeska, Margarita (2023) WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION: A CASE STUDY OF REVERSE VENDING MACHINE USABILITY IN THE PELAGONIA REGION. Annals of the „Constantin Brâncuşi” University of Târgu Jiu, Economy Series, Issue 6/2023, Volume 1, 1 (6). pp. 80-92. ISSN ISSN 2344 – 3685/

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Abstract

In today's rapidly evolving world, environmental sustainability and waste management pose significant
challenges. Consumer habits in many countries often lead individuals to behave irrationally, exploiting resources
selfishly and egocentrically, disregarding the environmental damage caused by such actions. While many developed
countries actively seek creative solutions to enhance public awareness of waste reduction, recycling, and reuse, numerous
less developed countries, including the Republic of North Macedonia, are at the early stages of transitioning toward a
green economy. Initial efforts are underway to shift awareness and foster sustainable waste behavior among both
individuals and legal entities.
This paper aims to explore the citizens' waste behavior and challenges in the Pelagonia Region in the Republic
of North Macedonia, with the goal of promoting the adoption of eco-friendly solutions, such as Reverse Vending
Machines (RVM). The study also seeks to enhance awareness and promote waste management behavior through the
research process and communication with the citizens.
A survey was conducted, collecting data from 842 citizens in the Pelagonia region to gain insights into their
perspectives. Statistical analysis of the collected data in the SPSS software package indicates that citizens' waste sorting
practices are influenced by their age and employment status. However, the citizens' information for reverse vending
machines and their use does not depend on this cluster affiliation. The analyses confirm that in the Republic of North
Macedonia as a developing country, efforts are still needed to raise awareness and enhance education regarding eco
sustainable practices and behaviors among the population.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Social Sciences > Economics and Business Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Social Sciences > Law
Divisions:	Faculty of Economics
Depositing User:	Mr Dimitar Risteski
Date Deposited:	29 Feb 2024 09:10
Last Modified:	29 Feb 2024 09:10
URI:	https://eprints.uklo.edu.mk/id/eprint/9798

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