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20 resultsShowing papers similar to GenZs environmental attitudes and ecology behavior nexus: Urgent education message
ClearLevel of Awareness of Microplastics Among Generation Z
A mixed-methods survey and interview study found that Generation Z has moderate awareness of microplastics as an environmental issue but limited understanding of specific sources, health effects, and personal mitigation behaviors.
Keep Your Litter in the Loop: Predicting Generation Z’s Intention to Recycle Single-use Plastic Waste
Researchers investigated the factors predicting Generation Z's intention to recycle single-use plastic waste in Indonesia, examining how government policy awareness, social movement influence, and behavioral determinants shape recycling intentions among young consumers amid growing plastic waste challenges.
Knowledge of ecological concepts, environmental concern, and ecological behavior: A multiple correlation analysis
This education study examined the relationship between ecological knowledge, environmental concern, and pro-environmental behavior in students. Environmental education that increases knowledge about plastic pollution and microplastics is associated with greater concern and more sustainable behaviors.
A Preliminary Survey on Knowledge and Attitudes of University Students Regarding Microplastic Pollution and Its Impact on the Environment
A cross-sectional survey of university students found moderate knowledge and attitudes toward microplastic pollution, with no significant variation by age, gender, academic performance, or field of study. The findings suggest that structured education and media engagement are needed to improve microplastic literacy among young people who will shape future demand for plastic alternatives.
Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behaviors about Cigarette-Butt Littering among College-Aged Adults in the United States
Researchers surveyed over 7,500 college-aged smokers across the United States and found that cigarette butt littering was most common among those who did not believe butts were harmful or considered litter, suggesting targeted education about butt toxicity and microplastic content could reduce this significant pollution source.
Environmental Awareness of Generations and Sustainable Product Development: The Way towards a Green Future
Researchers surveyed 427 residents of the Northern Great Plain region of Hungary to examine generational and gender differences in environmental awareness, focusing on Generation Z compared to Generations X and Y. Generation Z ranked selective waste collection and reduced plastic use highly on a Likert scale, with women showing stronger pro-environmental orientations than men within the cohort.
Vocational School Student’ Perception on Plastic Waste Management: the role of Recycling Education
This Indonesian study surveyed vocational school students' perceptions of plastic waste recycling and how recycling education influenced their attitudes and behaviors. Early education about plastic waste management is important for building the next generation of environmentally responsible consumers and policymakers.
Factors affecting zero-waste behaviors: Focusing on the health effects of microplastics
Researchers surveyed 196 university students to assess how knowledge of microplastic health effects, COVID-19-era disposable use, and attitudes influenced zero-waste behaviors, finding that family type and usage of disposables were significant predictive factors. The study provides a behavioral foundation for developing health-communication programs that link microplastic awareness to waste reduction actions.
Analysis of Students' Sustainability Awareness of the Environment
This paper is not relevant to microplastics research — it assesses the environmental sustainability awareness of high school students in West Java, Indonesia, using a descriptive quantitative educational research approach.
Impacts of Education and Perception on Vietnamese High School Students' Behaviors Regarding Plastic Waste : The Mediating Role of Attitude
A study in Vietnam analyzed how education and perception influence plastic waste behaviors among high school students, with environmental attitude serving as a mediating factor. The findings suggest that improving environmental knowledge and attitude formation is key to changing plastic disposal behaviors in young people.
The effect of environmental health education on microplastic pollution awareness
This study found that environmental health education significantly increased students' awareness of microplastic pollution. The results suggest that incorporating microplastic-related topics into school curricula could help young people understand the health and environmental risks of plastic pollution. Raising awareness early is an important step toward reducing microplastic exposure at the individual and community level.
Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Sokoine University Students Regarding Endocrine Disruptors Coming from Plastic Chemicals
Researchers assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of students at Sokoine University in Tanzania regarding microplastic pollution, finding that while awareness was moderate, practical behaviors to reduce plastic use were limited, highlighting the need for applied environmental education.
Level of Awareness and Attitudes towards Plastic Contamination by Students of an Italian University
A survey of 220 Italian university students found significant gaps in awareness about micro- and nanoplastic contamination, with many not connecting everyday behaviors to plastic pollution despite science-oriented backgrounds.
Awareness of Generation Z Students about The Plaf (Plastic Flamingo) and Other Campaigns Concerning Plastics in Online Shopping
Researchers found that Generation Z university students in the Philippines were highly aware of parcel packaging impacts from online shopping but had low awareness of environmental campaigns like PLAF (Plastic Flamingo) aimed at reducing plastic waste.
A survey on knowledge and awareness on the issue "microplastics": a pilot study on a sample of future public health professionals.
This pilot survey of future public health professionals revealed limited knowledge about microplastic pollution, highlighting the need for better education so that health workers can effectively communicate microplastic risks to the general population.
Investigating the Role of Tourists and Impact of Knowledge, Behaviour, and Attitude Towards Plastic Waste Generation
Researchers surveyed tourists to assess how their knowledge, attitudes, and behavior influence plastic waste generation at outdoor recreation sites, finding that awareness gaps drive littering and that circular economy approaches could convert tourist-generated waste into local economic opportunity.
Parental Awareness of Microplastic Pollution and its Relation with Healthy Living Education Consciousness
Researchers surveyed 362 Turkish parents about their awareness of microplastic pollution and its relationship to their consciousness about healthy living education for their children. Results showed a positive correlation between microplastic awareness and healthy living education consciousness, suggesting that environmental awareness and health behavior intentions are linked in parental decision-making.
Increasing knowledge and awareness of microplastic pollution in United States middle school students in a hybrid-classroom setting through science education
Researchers assessed microplastic pollution knowledge and awareness among middle school students in the United States, finding significant gaps in understanding of microplastic sources, pathways, and human health implications. The study highlights an educational opportunity and suggests targeted curriculum integration could improve scientific literacy around plastic pollution in younger generations.
Marine litter education: From awareness to action
An educational intervention on marine litter designed for students from primary to high school level, incorporating lab work and a beach clean-up, significantly changed participants knowledge, perceptions, and behavioral intentions as measured by pre- and post-questionnaires.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices toward Plastic Pollution among Malaysians: Implications for Minimizing Plastic Use and Pollution
Researchers surveyed Malaysians about their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding plastic pollution. The study found that while most people were aware of plastic pollution problems, there was a significant gap between awareness and actual behavior change. The findings suggest that education campaigns alone are insufficient and need to be paired with practical infrastructure and policy changes to reduce plastic use.