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ClearA systematic literature review of voluntary behaviour change approaches in single use plastic reduction
This systematic review examines efforts to voluntarily reduce single-use plastic consumption through behavior change rather than legislation. The research finds that while government bans on plastics are effective, voluntary approaches that respect individual choice can also make a difference. Understanding what motivates people to reduce plastic use is key to tackling the microplastic pollution problem at its source.
Behavioral insights into reusable bag adoption: Evaluating the effectiveness of the theory of planned behavior in Lahore
Researchers investigated the behavioral determinants of reusable bag adoption over single-use plastic bags, using behavioral insights frameworks to evaluate the effectiveness of policy interventions and identify factors that drive sustained reuse rather than one-time uptake.
Addressing the single-use plastic proliferation problem
This review examined the effectiveness of single-use plastic bans as a policy tool for addressing plastic pollution, evaluating evidence on their environmental impact and discussing alternative regulatory approaches. The authors found that while bans have reduced certain plastic categories, broader systemic changes to plastic production and waste management are needed.
The paradox of plastic bag legislation: How bans and taxes affect PM2.5 air pollution in 208 countries
Researchers analyzed plastic bag regulations in 208 countries and found that outright bans generally reduce fine particle (PM2.5) air pollution, while plastic bag taxes unexpectedly increase it — likely because alternative bags require more energy-intensive production. The findings reveal that poorly designed plastic policies can create unintended environmental trade-offs.
Prevalence of Plastic Usage and the Factors Associated With It Among Adults in Perambalur District of South India: A Cross-Sectional Study
Researchers surveyed 1,200 adults in South India about their plastic use habits, finding that 92.5% use plastic daily despite widespread awareness of its harms and local bans on plastic bags. The study found that younger, urban, more educated, and male participants were the heaviest plastic users, indicating that awareness alone is not enough to change behavior.
Single-use Plastic Ban and its Public Health Impacts: A Narrative Review
This review examines global policies and bans on single-use plastics, finding that they have helped reduce plastic pollution in some regions. However, enforcement and public health impacts vary widely, and more consistent international policy is needed to effectively address plastic waste.
A Study On Creating Awareness Of Plastic Usage To Promote Sustainable Practices For A Greener Future
This study examines educational interventions and awareness campaigns aimed at reducing plastic consumption and promoting sustainable practices, evaluating their effectiveness in shifting public attitudes and behaviors toward a lower-plastic future.
Summarizing the impacts of policies that limit the use of single-use plastic items: a systematic literature review
This systematic review summarizes research on policies that restrict single-use plastics, finding they reduce plastic consumption by an average of 62%. The findings matter for human health because less single-use plastic means fewer microplastics entering the environment, our water supply, and ultimately our bodies.
Consumer Preference for Attributes of Single-Use and Multi-Use Plastic Shopping Bags in Cape Town: A Choice Experiment Approach
Researchers used a choice experiment with 250 consumers in Cape Town to quantify willingness to pay for shopping bag attributes, finding that consumers most valued medium-sized, reusable bags -- with willingness to pay up to R7.11 per unit -- over recyclable or durable alternatives, providing evidence-based guidance for plastic bag policy interventions.
Development of a New Conceptual Model: Consumers’ Purchase Intention towards Eco-friendly Bags
This paper is not about microplastics; it proposes a consumer behavior model to understand factors influencing purchase intentions toward eco-friendly bags as a plastic reduction strategy.
Consumer Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors towards the Use of Plastic Bags in the Kingdom of BAHRAIN
A survey of consumer knowledge and attitudes toward plastic bag use in Bahrain found that despite awareness of environmental harms, usage remains high due to convenience and free availability. While the study touches on plastic pollution broadly, it does not present microplastic research data and is more a behavioral/policy study.
Impact of Policy Design on Plastic Waste Reduction in Africa
This paper is not about microplastics; it analyzes the design and effectiveness of single-use plastic bag policies across 39 African countries, identifying policy gaps that allow plastic waste to persist despite widespread bans.
Assessing the impact of banning the single use plastic carrier bags: A case study for Kenyan marine environment
This study assessed the impact of Kenya's ban on single-use plastic bags on marine plastic pollution, finding changes in plastic litter composition at eleven coastal sites. Policy interventions like bag bans can measurably reduce certain types of plastic pollution in marine environments.
The effects of environmental information provision on plastic bag use and marine environment status in the context of the environmental levy in Greece
Researchers surveyed Greek citizens on plastic bag use and marine conservation attitudes, finding that an environmental levy on plastic bags reinforced pre-existing environmentally friendly behavior and that willingness-to-pay for marine conservation reflected both individual and collective responsibility, supporting combined economic and informational policy interventions.
Factors Related to Reducing The Use of Plastic Bags in Kabupaten Bekasi
This Indonesian survey study examined the factors that influence whether people in Bekasi Regency reduce their use of plastic bags, finding that knowledge, attitudes, and access to alternatives were key predictors. Reducing single-use plastic bag consumption is important for limiting the amount of plastic that fragments into microplastics in the environment. The paper provides insights for designing behavior-change interventions aimed at plastic pollution reduction.
Assessing the Effectiveness of the Plastic Ban in the City of Bangalore in Addressing the Market Failure Associated with It
Researchers assessed the effectiveness of the BBMP Solid Waste Management Bye-laws 2019 in Bangalore, India in reducing negative externalities from single-use plastic overconsumption, examining production and consumption data before and after implementation of the plastic ban.
Comportamiento de los Consumidores Frente al Uso De Bolsas Plásticas en las Ciudades de Ayacucho y Huancavelica – Perú
This study surveyed consumer behavior regarding plastic bag use in the Peruvian cities of Ayacucho and Huancavelica, using descriptive research methods with 167 consumers. The research provides data on consumer attitudes and practices relevant to evaluating the effectiveness of plastic bag reduction policies in Andean urban areas.
Perception and Behavioral Changes of Thai Youths Towards the Plastic Bag Charging Program
A survey in Thailand found that a plastic bag charging program raised awareness among youth but did not substantially change their behavior, partly due to inconsistent implementation. Thailand ranks among the top contributors to marine plastic pollution globally, making effective behavioral interventions a critical challenge.
Participation in No Plastic Bag Day (NPBD) Campaign among Young Consumers
This study examined why Malaysian consumers continue to use plastic bags despite the No Plastic Bag Day campaign introduced in 2011. The authors found that convenience and habit outweighed environmental awareness in driving behavior. The findings suggest that awareness campaigns alone are insufficient and must be paired with stronger policy incentives to effectively reduce plastic bag use.
Survey and analysis on the use and disposal of plastic shopping bags before and after the introduction of charges
Japan's 2020 mandatory charge on single-use plastic bags reduced the number of bags taken by consumers by roughly 70%, from about 5.8 bags per person per week to under 2, and this reduction held steady through 2023. The study also found that municipalities with separate designated-bag waste policies already used fewer plastic shopping bags before the charge, suggesting that complementary waste policies amplify each other's effectiveness.
Overview of Legal and Policy Framework Approaches for Plastic Bag Waste Management in African Countries
This systematic review examines how African countries have used bans and fees to manage plastic bag waste since 2004. It found that poor enforcement, industry resistance, and lack of affordable alternatives have limited the effectiveness of these policies across the continent. Reducing plastic bag use is important because bags break down into microplastics that contaminate soil, water, and food.
The Kenyan ban on plastic bags : a study of attitudes and adaptation in Nairobi
This study examined how Nairobi residents adapted to Kenya's 2017 ban on plastic bags, finding that most complied with the ban but concerns remained about enforcement consistency and availability of alternatives. The research provides insights into the social dynamics of plastic bag bans that can inform other countries considering similar policies.
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices towards Single-Use Plastic Bags in the United Arab Emirates
This survey assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward single-use plastic bags in the United Arab Emirates, finding moderate awareness but behavioral gaps, and identifying factors influencing willingness to reduce plastic bag use.
Exploring the alternative solutions and strategies of toledo city government for the damaging impact of single-use plastic bag in the environment
Residents of Toledo City in the Philippines were surveyed about their concerns regarding single-use plastic disposal and their views on government strategies to address the problem, with results showing strong public awareness and support for bans and alternatives. The study highlights community attitudes as an important input for designing effective municipal plastic waste reduction policies.