Survey reveals Malaysians concern about single-use plastics

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NSTnation: It also revealed that Msian are quite receptive to recycle and would reduce the use of plastics if recycle bins are provided in the community (80pct). Meanwhile, 73pct of respondents are willing to be involved in 'No Plastic Waste' campaigns.

According to a survey by Ipsos Malaysia to understand how Malaysians view plastics and its sustainability, 56 per cent of respondents were concerned about the issue and want to see efforts made to address it.

“Around 37 per cent respondents want the government to introduce compostable garbage bags for waste collection. The tracking poll involved more than 3,000 respondents in three separate occasions between October 2018 and June 2019 across the country. “Twenty-one per cent respondents find that higher tax imposed on plastic items is another effective way to reduce plastic use,” Arun said.

“It is heartening to see that the majority of Malaysians are positive towards phasing out single-use plastic, but only as long as they do not need to fork out more money. Apart from that, only 64 per cent were aware of the government’s campaign to reduce single-use plastic through the banning of straws campaign which started earlier this year.

 

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