Inzicht in het recyclegedrag van studenten
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2025-06-20
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This thesis examines how individual and contextual factors influence deposit recycling behavior among students in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. Grounded in the Theory of Planned Behavior, the study explores how attitudes, social norms, perceived control, and situational barriers shape recycling actions.
A mixed-methods approach was used: survey data (n = 75) and two semi-structured interviews. The survey measured attitudes, moral norms, social influence, ease of recycling, and barriers like distance to return points and machine malfunctions. Despite generally positive recycling attitudes, many students did not recycle consistently, illustrating a value-action gap.
Logistic regression revealed few significant predictors of behavior, and interaction effects between attitudes and context (e.g., distance) were weak. Interviews highlighted reasons such as lack of time, motivation, or a mismatch with personal views on sustainability.
This study contributes to the limited literature on the Dutch deposit system among students. While the sample size restricts generalizability, findings suggest that improving infrastructure and communication may help translate intentions into action. Future research should include larger samples and explore interventions to reduce psychological and logistical barriers.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen