RESEARCH PROJECT
TOPIC:-Usage of single use
plastics in households across
India
Participants:-
1. Aishaani Singh
[Link] Sah
[Link] Singh
[Link] Sharma
[Link] Gupta
BRAINSTROMING FOR THE TOPIC:-
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BACKGROUND
This project studies the usage of
single-use plastics in households
across India. The aim is to analyze
the scale of plastic consumption,
identify the key sources of plastic
waste, and propose potential
solutions to reduce single-use
plastic usage at the household
level. The study involves data
collection and surveys around
practices surrounding single-use
plastic in Indian households.
Single-use plastics have become a
significant environmental concern
as they contribute to pollution,
litter, and threats to ecosystems.
India, with its rapidly growing
population, faces a massive
challenge in managing plastic
waste. This report tells us the
usage patterns of single-use
OUR RESEARCH QUESTIONS:-
[Link] many single use plastic items do you use in a week? (Plastic
Straw/cutlery/ grocery bag)?
Q2. Are you aware of the negative impact of plastic pollution on the
environment and wildlife?(yes or no)
Q3. Are you willing to switch to eco-friendly alternatives for everyday
items like bags, bottles, and food containers? (Yes or No)
[Link] you witnessed any positive changes in your environment or
community due to reduced plastic usage?(Yes or no)
Q5. Are you aware of the term single use plastic? Yes / No
Q6. Do you serve juices and drinks to guests in disposable plastic
glasses during parties? Yes / No
Q7. Are you aware of bio-degradable plastic material! Yes / No9What is
the color of your garbage bag? Black /green or blue
OBJECTIVES:-
1)To study the types and quantities of single-use
plastics commonly used in Indian households.
2) Investigate the awareness levels regarding the
environmental impact of single-use plastics.
3) Identify the main factors influencing the choice
and continued usage of single-use plastics.
4) Suggest sustainable alternatives to single-use
plastics for household usage.
5) Propose awareness campaigns
6)To suggest policy recommendations to promote
plastic waste reduction in homes.
