Assessing the influence of regulatory implementation on the utilization of plastic bags and styrofoam materials for packaging of IGACOS business

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the significant difference between business owners' perspectives on demographic profiles in the regulatory implementation of plastic bags and styrofoam in packaging. Despite their crucial role in enhancing business owners' perspective in the or ordinance, business owners often faced difficulties in accepting and adapting to the charges required by the ordinance. The study draws upon the Nudge, Social Cognitive, and Brand Equity theories that encourage business owners to choose eco-friendly challenges. To pick a sample size of 90 business owners, a Raosoft Calculator was utilized to select a sample from the target population. Frequency Count and Percentage Distribution, Mean, T-test, and ANOVA were used as statistical tools. The research shows that demographic profiles are not necessary with the trends in business owner's perceptions of the plastic bags and styrofoam ordinance, except for marital status and years of business, which to some extent, shaped perception. Food and Refreshments and Carinderia business favor the plastic bag and styrofoam ordinance and agree to use alternative plastics. They are aware of the government regulations and willing to barter convenience for a better environment. The study suggested that there should be gradual implementation of the ordinance with proper dissemination of policy information and its underlying benefits.