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Understanding Plastic Waste and Environmental Impacts in the Korle-Klottey District: A

Survey on Awareness, Practices, and Sustainable Solutions.

Thank you for participating in our survey on plastic waste and its environmental impacts. Your
input will help us better understand the current situation and explore sustainable solutions. Your
responses will be kept confidential and your participation is voluntary. The survey aims to
assess awareness levels, disposal practices, challenges, and potential strategies for reducing
plastic waste. Circle the options that apply. We appreciate your contribution to creating a
cleaner and more sustainable future.

Objective 1: Quantify the extent of plastic waste generation and accumulation in the

district.

1: How often do you observe any plastic waste in the local environment (gutters, on the ground,
etc.)?
a. Never
b. Seldom
c. Often
d. Very often

2. How often do you dispose of plastic waste on a daily basis?

a. None
b. Rarely
c. Occasionally
d. Frequently

3. How do you typically dispose off your plastic waste? Please circle the options that apply and
specify any additional way.

a. Regular garbage bin

b. Recycling facility
c. Participate in a community recycling program
d. Reuse plastic items
e. Other (please specify: ___________)
4. On average, how many single-use plastic items do you dispose of in a day?
a. None
b. 1-5 items
c. 6-10 items
 d. More than 10 items

5. How important is proper plastic waste disposal to you?

a. Very important
a. Somewhat important
b. Neutral
c. . Not important

Objective 2: Evaluate the pollution levels of land, water bodies, and ecosystems resulting
from plastic waste.

1.Which environmental area do you believe is most affected by plastic waste pollution in the
district?
a. Land
b. Water bodies
c. All of the above
d. None of the above

2. How concerned are you about the pollution caused by plastic waste?
a. Very concerned
b. Moderately concerned
c. Slightly concerned
d. Not concerned

3. How would you describe the pollution levels in land areas due to plastic waste?
a. Severe pollution
b. Moderate pollution
c. Minimal pollution
d. No noticeable pollution

4. How noticeable are the changes in the environment caused by the presence of plastic waste? a.
Very Noticeable
b. Moderately noticeable
c. Slightly noticeable
d. Not noticeable
5. How aware are you of the potential health risks of plastic waste pollution on the environment?
a. Fully aware
b. Moderately aware
c. Slightly aware
d. Not aware

Objective 3.Examine the current waste management practices, infrastructure, and policies
in place in the Korle-Klottey District, identifying gaps and challenges

1.How satisfied are you with the accessibility of waste management services in your community?
a. Very satisfied
b. Somewhat satisfied
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat dissatisfied
e. Very dissatisfied

2. What factors influence your decision to use or avoid single-use plastic items? Please circle the
options that apply and specify any additional factors. .
a. Ease of Use
b. Affordability
c. Availability of alternatives
d. Personal Habits
e. Other (please specify: _________

3. How are waste management policies and regulations implemented and enforced in the
district? Please circle the options that apply and specify any additional practice. .
a. Government oversight
b. Inspections and monitoring
c. Enforcement actions
d. All of the above
e. Other (please specify: ___________)

4. How accessible are waste collection services in your neighborhood?

a. Very accessible
b. Moderately accessible
c. Slightly accessible
d. Not accessible
5. How involved do you feel the community is in addressing waste management issues in the
district?
a. Highly involved
b. Moderately involved
c. Slightly involved
d. Not involved
Objective 4- Identifying and proposing sustainable solutions to mitigate the environmental
impacts of plastic waste in the district

1.What initiatives or strategies do you believe would be effective in reducing plastic waste in the
district? Please circle the options that apply and specify any additional initiatives. .
a. Implementing plastic recycling programs
b. Encouraging the use of reusable alternatives
c. Promoting awareness campaigns
d. Collaborating with businesses to adopt sustainable packaging practices
e. Other (please specify: ___________)

2. What role do businesses play in reducing plastic waste?Please circle the options that apply
and specify any additional roles. .
a. Sustainable packaging
b. Biodegradable materials
c. Waste reduction strategies
d. Supporting community initiatives
e. Other (please specify: ___________)

3. How effective are education programs in promoting sustainable practices?

a. Highly effective
b. Moderately effective
c. Slightly effective
d. Ineffective

4. How accessible are waste collection services in your neighborhood?

a. Very accessible
b. Moderately accessible
c. Slightly accessible
d. Not accessible
5. What are the main challenges in implementing sustainable solutions for plastic waste
management? Please circle the options that apply and specify any additional challenges.

a. Lack of awareness
b. Lack of collaboration
c. Resistance to change
d. All of the above
e. Other (please specify: ___________)
B.
Number of participants (group members) = 9
Sample Size = 9
Method used - Sampling Frame

The sampling frame method was used because a small number of people were targeted for the
survey so all members in the group were listed as potential participants.
It helps eleminate sampling errors and enhances the representativeness of the findings. It
provides more precise estimations of population parameters.

C.
Given that our group consists of 1 female and 8 males, achieving a balanced representation of
genders may be challenging.
However, 3 individuals have been selected to represent the female proportion and answer
questions like the female gender would.

Number of males = 5
Number of female =4
Sample Size = 6
Method to be used = Stratified Sampling Method.

For male reps= 5/9 x 6

= 3.33
Therefore approximately 3 males would be required

For female reps = 4/9 x 6

= 2.67
Therefore approximately 3 females would be required

Stratified sampling ensures representation from each gender and helps mitigate potential
gender-related biases in the sample.
By using stratified sampling, you can ensure that your sample includes an equal number of male
and female participants, allowing for a more balanced representation and reducing potential
gender-related biases in your research.
D

How often do you observe any Frequency

plastic waste in the local
environment

Seldom 1

Often 2

Very often 3
Total 6

How accessible are waste collection Frequency

services in your area? `

Moderately accessible 3

Slightly accessible 3

Total 6

CROSS TABULATION

Age * How do you typically dispose off your plastic waste? Please circle the
options that apply or specify any additional way Crosstabulation
Count

How do you typically dispose off your Total

plastic waste? Please circle the options
that apply or specify any additional way

Garbage bin

Age 19-22 6 6
Total 6 6
 Age * How concerned are you about pollution caused by
plastic waste? Crosstabulation
Count

How concerned are you about Total

pollution caused by plastic waste?

Very Concerned Moderately

concerned

Age 19-22 2 4 6
Total 2 4 6

GROUP MEMBERS
Yussif Ismail - 10892850

Dorleku Daniel -10891502

Mensah Japheth Nana Kain - 10906917

Augustine Henry Annan - 10902410

Richard Wassaw - 10924092

Janet Quarm - 10907433

Rafeek Abdul Sulley - 10865377

Emmanuel Nii Lartey - 10922461

Hammah Stephen - 10868029