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the problems that you have observed? (Note: 2-3 pages) – May 18, 2024
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IV. Procedure (Process) or Research Methods/ Methodology - May 18, 2024
V. Data Processing and Analysis - May 18, 2024
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VIII. Conclusion & Recommendations -May 25, 2024
IX. References -May 25, 2024
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Assessing the Impact of Eco-Friendly Products on Mitigating Climate Change

Julimar M. Andevor Jr.

Kevin P. Brigoli

Bobby Jr. P. Estrello

BSCE -1A

May, 2024
 INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, with far-reaching

consequences for the environment, economy, and society. As global temperatures continue to

rise and extreme weather events become more frequent, there is a growing urgency to take action

to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

One promising avenue for reducing our environmental footprint is the widespread

adoption of eco-friendly products. These products, which are designed to minimize resource use,

reduce pollution, and lower carbon emissions throughout their lifecycle, offer a potential solution

for mitigating climate change.

However, despite the growing popularity of eco-friendly products, their actual impact on

reducing greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing the effects of climate change remains poorly

understood. While there is evidence to suggest that these products can lead to significant

environmental benefits, such as reduced energy consumption and waste generation, there is still

much to learn about their effectiveness in addressing the complex challenges of climate change.

This research seeks to fill this gap by systematically assessing the effects of using eco-

friendly products on minimizing the impact of climate change. By conducting a comprehensive

review of existing literature, analyzing case studies, and employing quantitative methods, this

study aims to provide a clearer understanding of the role that eco-friendly products can play in

mitigating climate change.

 Through this research, we hope to not only contribute to the academic understanding of

this important topic but also provide valuable insights for policymakers, businesses, and

consumers seeking to take meaningful action to address climate change. By evaluating the

effectiveness of eco-friendly products in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and identifying

opportunities for improvement, we can move closer to creating a more sustainable and resilient

future for generations to come.

Statement of the Problem

The purpose of this study is to evaluate how well environmentally friendly items work to

lessen the effects of climate change. In comparison to conventional items, this study aims to

determine how much these products help to lowering carbon emissions, protecting natural

resources, and limiting environmental degradation. The research intends to offer useful insights

for consumers and companies in encouraging sustainable practices to prevent climate change by

analyzing the effectiveness of eco-friendly alternatives.

1. Which eco-friendly products could be effective in preventing climate change?

2. Which of the several causes of climate change can these products address?

3. Does using these environmentally friendly products significantly reduce the threat

posed by climate change?

Research scope and delimitation:

1. Product Categories
 A broad spectrum of environmentally friendly items, such as renewable energy

technology, sustainable packaging materials, organic food products, and eco-friendly

consumer goods, will be the focus of the research. However, because of the scope of the

subject, it will not address every imaginable category of eco-friendly products.

2. Environmental Impact Assessment

The main objective of the study is to evaluate the direct and indirect environmental

effects of environmentally friendly products, with an emphasis on how they can help mitigate

climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It might not, however, go into great

detail about other environmental impacts or indicators outside of those that are pertinent to

mitigating climate change.

3. Lifecycle Analysis

From raw material extraction and production to distribution, usage, and disposal, the

study will take into account the entire lifecycle of environmentally friendly products. Due to

resource limitations, it might not be able to do thorough lifecycle assessments for every

product category.

4. Geographical Focus

The study's main objective is to evaluate how eco-friendly items contribute to local or

global climate change mitigation. However, in order to set the scene and highlight important

discoveries, case studies or examples from certain nations or areas could be included.

5. Time Frame
 The study will mostly concentrate on how eco-friendly items are doing right now and

how they have affected climate change thus far. When appropriate, it may, nevertheless,

make reference to past patterns or forecasts for upcoming advancements.

6. Methodological Approach

A combination of quantitative and qualitative techniques, such as case studies,

literature reviews, and maybe statistical analysis, will be used in this investigation. However,

due to time and logistical limitations, it might not be able to carry out lengthy field tests or

longitudinal investigations.

7. Stakeholder Perspectives

A range of stakeholders, including corporations, consumers, legislators, and

environmental organizations, will have their perspectives taken into account in this research.

However, it might not carry out in-depth surveys or interviews or go extensively into the

viewpoints of specific stakeholders.

8. Policy Implications

Although the study may provide broad perspectives and suggestions for decision-

makers in government, business, and consumer sectors, it will not offer specific policy

recommendations or strategies for putting them into practice, as these may call for more

research and specialized knowledge in particular policy areas.

While appreciating the difficulties and limitations involved in such an undertaking, the

goal of this study is to offer a concentrated and thorough examination of the contribution of eco-

friendly items to climate change mitigation.

Review of Related Literature

Different methods have been emerging since the dawn of technology that helps in

diminishing the effects of climate change but there is a solution in which it not only helps in

reducing the pollution and carbon emissions in surroundings but also adhere on people on how to

conserve and be environment friendly. This method was directly related upon the creation of

different eco-friendly products.

Different types of eco-friendly products have been created and manufactured up to this

day. Starting from Eco-bag , different kitchen wares, utensils, clothes, and many more. This does

not only help the environment to be clean but it also serves as an alternative to modern day

plastics and many other materials that may potentially harm the ecosystem. According to CEC

France(18 July,2022) eco-friendly products have a lower impact on the environment throughout

their life cycle, i.e., from the raw materials used in their manufacturing, to their design, transport

to the end-user, their length of use and their capacity to be recycled.

 There is no set standard in Europe of what makes an eco-friendly product, but here are

some criteria which can help identify products that, though sometimes more expensive, are likely

to be more sustainable and will save you money in the long run.

Based on MCR Safety(2021)The term “eco-friendly” gets used a lot and is applied to

many different products and items. However, using the word eco-friendly is somewhat vague

and confusing for many. It’s a buzzword you’ll probably hear thrown around a lot in coming

years due to the concerns over global warming and plastic pollution across the globe. So, we’re

going to highlight what exactly makes a product eco-friendly and explain the distinctions

between “green,” “eco-friendly,” and “sustainable.”

Eco-friendly items and materials are defined as being not environmentally harmful. These

products promote green living or green manufacturing methods that lessen the amount or types

of resources used. In short, eco-friendly products help the earth, not cause it harm.

Typically, eco-friendly products receive this designation based on the materials they

contain, the way they’re manufactured, packaged, and distributed, and how they’re used.

Thankfully, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) produces its Green Guides, providing all the

details for companies to follow and allowing consumers to know what is required to earn an eco-

friendly rating. For a product to be considered eco-friendly, a company must specifically call out

what makes a product good for the environment. Eco-friendly products should indicate on the

packaging or somewhere on the company’s website how the products are environmentally

harmless.

Be a little leery of “generalized” claims around this subject matter, as some companies

may throw out blanket terminology without providing much substance. Any company statement
that attempts to mislead users with false green claims is engaged in “greenwashing.” Don’t

worry; we’re going to tell you exactly how the products we designate as eco-friendly have

earned that distinction.

On the basis of Skipper Team(August 5, 2022)There is a lot of hype around the term

‘eco-friendly’ or ‘environmentally –friendly’, often used interchangeably. Several organisations,

advocacy groups, brands and individuals worldwide have jumped on the bandwagon of ‘going

green’. While it’s a great moment as humankind can no longer deny the existential crisis posed

by climate change, it’s equally important to understand what ‘eco-friendly’ actually means to

adopt it holistically as a 'way of life’. 'Eco' originates from the Latin root 'oeco', meaning

'household'. It's often used to indicate ‘habitat’, ‘home’, or ‘Earth’, so ‘eco-friendly’ means

Earth-friendly. According to the dictionary, being eco-friendly means being ‘designed to have

little or no harmful effect on the environment. Therefore, products, goods, events, and eco-

friendly services do not cost the planet. When thinking about products, it means considering

everything from where the product is sourced and made to the journey of how it’s delivered to

the consumers. Does any part of that process harm the planet? If so, it’s not entirely eco-friendly.

MATERIALS NEEDED
These are the necessary materials needed in order to complete the data gathering

procedures especially the survey questionnaires which will take a major role in the analysis of

the gathered data.

 Pens

 Pencils

 Erasers
  Survey Questionnaires

PROCEDURE OR RESEARCH METHODS

The research instrument is composed of two parts. Parts 1 of the research instrument

consist of a table that will be used in determining familiarity if the respondents to the eco-

friendly products, the questions in this table can be answered by yes, no, or sometimes. The Part

2 of the research instrument consist of a table that will be used in how frequently respondents

buy or use the eco-friendly products. Both tables will be used in gathering data. After the

gathering of the data, the analysis will follow, this will be an important part for the completion of

the findings and conclusions.

Table 1. Yes or No.

Name(Optional): _________________________ Age:__________ Gender:________________
Questions Yes No Sometimes
1. Have you
 noticed an

increase in the

availability and

promotion of

eco-friendly

products in the

market?

2. Do you actively

seek out and

purchase eco-

friendly

products in

your daily life?

3. Do you think

eco-friendly

products are

effective in

mitigating

climate change

compared to

other

environmental

initiatives?
 4. Do you

consider the

environmental

impact to be the

most important

factor when

choosing eco-

friendly

products?

5. Do you believe

that the

widespread

adoption of

eco-friendly

products can

significantly

contribute to

reducing

greenhouse gas

emissions and

addressing

climate change?

Table 2. Most of the time, sometimes, rarely, or never.

 Questions Most of the Sometimes Rarely Never
time
1. How

frequently do

you use eco-

friendly

products?

2. When

purchasing

new

household

items or

electronics,

how much

consideration

do you give to

the energy

efficiency and

environmenta

l impact of

the product?

3. How often do

you make an

effort to
 recycle

materials like

paper, plastic,

and glass?

4. How often do

you purchase

eco-friendly

cleaning

products for

your home

( plant-based,

biodegradable

cleaners)?

5. How

frequently do

you use

reusable

shopping

bags, water

bottles, or

other reusable

items to

reduce waste?
 DATA PROCESSING AND ANALYSIS
Upon gathering the data, ten random respondents from different were asked to answer the
survey:
Table 1: Yes or No

Questions Yes No Sometimes

1. Have you

noticed an

increase in the

availability and 9 out of 10 1 out of 10

promotion of

eco-friendly
 products in the

market?

2. Do you actively

seek out and

purchase eco-

friendly 1 out of 10 9 out of 10

products in

your daily life?

3. Do you think

eco-friendly

products are

effective in
7 out of 10 3 out of 10
mitigating

climate change

compared to

other

environmental

initiatives?

4. Do you

consider the

environmental

impact to be the
 most important 8 out of 10 2 out of 10

factor when

choosing eco-

friendly

products?

5. Do you believe

that the

widespread

adoption of
8 out of 10 2 out of ten
eco-friendly

products can

significantly

contribute to

reducing

greenhouse gas

emissions and

addressing

climate change?

In table 1, question 1 majority of the respondents answer yes which means that most of

them have noticed an increase in the availability and promotion of eco-friendly products in the

market. Question 2, majority of the respondents answered sometimes which means that the

purchase of eco-friendly products or it's demand happened not most of the time. Question 3,
majority of the respondents think that eco friendly products are effective in mitigating climate

change. Question 4, majority consider environmental impacts when purchasing eco-friendly

products. Lastly, majority believed that eco-friendly products can significantly contribute in

reducing green house gas emissions and addressing climate change.

Table 2: Most of the time, Sometimes, Rarely or Never

Questions Most of the Sometimes Rarely Never
time
1. How

frequently do 6 out of 10 4 out of 10

you use eco-

friendly

products?

2. When

purchasing

new

household 2 out of 10 6 out of 10 2 out of 10

items or

electronics,

how much

consideration

do you give to

the energy

efficiency and

environmenta
 l impact of

the product?

3. How often do

you make an
2 out of 10 4 out of 10 4 out of 10
effort to

recycle

materials like

paper, plastic,

and glass?

4. How often do

you purchase

eco-friendly 3 out of 10 2 out of 10 5 out of 10

cleaning

products for

your home

( plant-based,

biodegradable

cleaners)?

5. How

frequently do

you use
7 out of 10 2 out of 10 1 out of 10
reusable

shopping

bags, water
 bottles, or

other reusable

items to

reduce waste?

In table 2, question 1, majority of the respondents use eco-friendly products most of the

time. Question 2, majority of the respondents sometimes consider the energy efficiency and

environmental products they are using. Question 3, majority of the respondents sometimes and

rarely make an effort in recycling materials. Question 4, majority of the respondents rarely

purchase eco-friendly products. Lastly, majority of the respondents most of the time use reusable

items to reduce waste.

RESULTS & DISCUSSIONS

Results and Discussions
As synthesized from the data processing and analysis, the following results and

discussions were made:

1. Majority of the respondents are aware of the importance of eco-friendly products in

mitigating climate change.

2. Majority of the respondents considers the benefits of buying eco-friendly products.

 3. Respondents are aware of the effects of climate change which encourages them to buy

eco-friendly products.

4. Products that are effective in mitigating climate change includes plant-based products,

biodegradable cleaners, reusable bags ( eco-bags), reusable plastic bottles and other eco

friendly products and other reusable items.

5. Greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide produced

during combustion of fossil fuels are one of the several causes of climate change that can

be addressed by these products.

6. Eco-friendly products significantly reduce the threat posed by climate change.

CONCLUSION & RECOMMENDATIONS

Conclusion

In conclusion, the findings of this descriptive research highlight the significant potential

of eco-friendly products in mitigating the effects of climate change. Through careful assessment,

it is evident that these products contribute positively to environmental conservation efforts.

However, further studies are recommended to explore long-term impacts and optimize strategies

for widespread adoption.

Recommendation

As synthesized from the findings and conclusions, the following recommendations were

made:

1. Conduct a more comprehensive lifecycle assessments and surveys to further enhance the

understanding of eco-friendly products and identify opportunities for improvement.

2. Monitor changes in consumer behavoir and market trends related to eco-friendly

products.

3. Research new technologies and materials for eco-friendly products to enhance their

performance, cost-effectiveness, and scalability, leading to wider adoption.

4. Analyze existing policies and regulations related to eco-friendly products to identify gaps

and propose new policies or incentives to accelerate their adoption and impact.

5. Compare the environmental, social, and economic impacts of eco-friendly products with

conventional products to provide a more understanding of their benefits and trade-offs.

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