- Change management
- Consumer
- Plastic
- Public policy
Description
The aim of the project is to analyze the effectiveness of public policies for the implementation of a circular plastic economy. More specifically, the focus is on reducing single-use plastic packaging at source, particularly in the context of a health crisis (Covid-19). An economic look is taken at the issues surrounding single-use plastics and the reusable options that can replace them. Using data collected as part of a large-scale pan-Canadian study on zero-waste consumption, a statistical analysis will be carried out to better understand the socio-demographic and behavioural characteristics that can influence changes in consumer behaviour towards more sustainable consumption, their perception of existing public measures, and their willingness to pay for the implementation of a preventive waste management strategy in the context of a health crisis.
Affiliated research axes
Axis 1: Change and Transition Management
1.2 – Conceptualize the intended transition to a circular Québec 2026–20501.3 – Identify means to mobilize all societal stakeholders for the circular economy
Axis 2: Planning Optimization
2.4 – Plan and optimize the production of products and delivery of services in the context of the circular economyAxis 4: Policy levers
4.1 – Monitor new knowledge, create an inventory and carry out priority-setting exercises for levers and strategies4.2 – Foster effective circular economy governance
4.3 – Ensure the consistency and relevance of levers