Managing plastic waste through reverse logistics in some selected companies in Accra
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2023
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KNUST
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Proper waste management is critical to reducing plastic pollution. Plastic is a valuable and versatile material, but its improper disposal and mismanagement lead to harmful consequences for the environment. Effective management strategies are essential for environmental sustainability and to mitigate the effects of plastic pollution on our planet. Research has shown the importance of reverse logistics approach in the management of plastic waste. Despite its relevance, most stakeholders are yet to adopt this approach in the management of plastic waste. This study therefore focused on examining the management of plastic waste among companies that adopt reverse logistics in the supply chain in Ghana. Specifically, the study focused on the reverse logistics strategies of organizations’ use of plastic bottles for product distribution and explored the role of supply chain members in plastic waste management; as well as examined key supply chain challenges in dealing with plastic waste management and evaluated the regulatory framework for dealing with plastic waste in the country. The study adopted the descriptive research design and qualitive study. The method of data collection used was non-probability sampling with the aid of interview guide. The study was analysed using the thematic approach. The outcome of the study suggests that plastic waste management through reverse logistics is an essential component of addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste. It was also found that various stakeholders are involved in the supply chain process of plastic waste management. The result of the study revealed that there are regulatory frameworks governing plastic waste
Management, however, the quest to ensure the proper management of plastic waste is faced with challenges. The study therefore recommends that there should be the promotion of sustainable practices in reverse logistics, such as recycling, refurbishing, and reusing returned products and further research should focus on the role of public institutions in enforcing plastic waste management.
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A thesis submitted to the department of supply chain and information systems (scim), Kwame Nkrumah university of science and technology, Kumasi in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award degree of msc logistics and supply chain management