Abstract

Malaysia Consumers specifically have been using normal plastic for a long time as they perceive it is flexible and cost-effective. The great majority of consumers use single-use plastic, and poor recycling results in environmental pollution. Furthermore, the use of plastic is disturbing in Malaysia; pollution has become one of the factors that impacting the environment, and consumers’ perceptions and attitudes regarding plastic use have become a concern in recent years.

The amount of plastic trash has increased significantly even in countries with relatively well-developed waste management systems. This study focused on consumers’ perceptions and attitudes as well as the impact on environmental and recycling as a result of plastic usage in Selangor.

The survey carried out via an online questionnaire which mainly focusingon Selangor consumers perception and attitude on plastic usage and impact on the environmental and recycling. The frequency table based on the outcome of the survey aids in identifying Selangor consumers on the impact of plastic. We can conclude that 80% of consumers have a favorable attitude and behaviors to reduce plastic waste. It’s a good sign that we could make a difference in few years times by reducing plastic usage while simultaneously increasing recycling.

Furthermore, this survey reveals that individuals in Selangor prefer to use biodegradable plastic because it is more easily disposable than regular plastic, implying that a plastic substitute is required, even if it is not banned anytime soon. The outcome of the research reflects the significant and insignificant of each variable and the impact towards the environmental sustainability. The environmental knowledge variable has strong relationship towards environmental impact hence it is considered as significant hypothesis. Consumers in Selangor may reduce their plastic usage as a result of their environmental awareness and understanding.

However, each individual should take responsibility for educating and raising awareness so that each and every one is motivated to reduce their plastic usage rather than relying solely on government initiatives.

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