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The Effect of Environmental Education and Plastic Waste Management on Ecological Awareness and Pollution Reduction in Jakarta

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the impact of environmental education and plastic waste management on ecological awareness and pollution reduction in Jakarta. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected from 190 respondents through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS 3). The results reveal that both environmental education and plastic waste management significantly enhance ecological awareness, which in turn drives pollution reduction. Plastic waste management also exhibits a strong direct effect on pollution reduction, highlighting its critical role in mitigating environmental degradation. These findings underscore the importance of integrating educational programs with effective waste management systems to foster sustainable urban development. The study provides actionable insights for policymakers, educators, and environmental practitioners in addressing Jakarta's pressing environmental challenges.

Source: West Science Interdisciplinary Studies

DOI: 10.58812/wsis.v2i12.1524

Authors: Wiwiet Prihatmadji, Rini Herminastiti, Yana Priyana

Institutions: Politeknik LP3I Jakarta, STKIP Kusuma Negara

Language: English

Topic: Waste Management and Recycling

Subfield: Waste Management and Disposal

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Quality education, Clean water and sanitation, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Strong