Distinguishing Potential Recyclers from Nonrecyclers: A Basis for Developing Recycling Strategies
- 1 January 1992
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in The Journal of Environmental Education
- Vol. 23 (2) , 16-23
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00958964.1992.9942792
Abstract
The underlying dimensions of household recycling behavior were considered in this study. Four sets of variables were used to classify recyclers and nonrecyclers: the demographic attributes of the residents, their knowledge of the recycling program, their perception of program policies and problems, and their attitudes toward the environment. Discriminant analysis was performed using data from two communities in Broome County, New York. The results suggest some options for promoting higher participation rates in community recycling programs.Keywords
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