Publication Type

Journal Article

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

8-2025

Abstract

This paper examines the role of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme in electronic waste (e-waste) management in Singapore. It investigates the policy drivers and challenges of e-waste management, using data from an online survey to explore the attitudes and behaviors of young consumers, with a particular focus on youth. We employ the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) frameworks to develop a model that examines the relationships among attitudes, perceived norms, awareness, and perceived convenience in relation to EPR awareness and perception. The findings highlight the need for customized policies tailored to different groups based on their attitudes and levels of awareness toward EPR, as well as the importance of increasing awareness of formal e-waste recycling channels to promote sustainable e-logistics. Additionally, an association test is conducted to determine whether there is a significant relationship between certain variables (e.g., the reasonable distance to dispose of e-waste and factors that motivate recycling) and variables related to attitudes and awareness toward EPR. Further analysis includes patterns of consumption behavior, preferences regarding the allocation of EPR costs, and the use of incentives and penalties as tools for encouraging recycling. Finally, text analysis is conducted to identify and discuss concerns raised in the recommendations and suggestions provided by various respondent groups to enhance the EPR scheme.

Keywords

association test, e-waste management, extended producer responsibility, theory of planned behavior, theory of reasoned action

Discipline

Artificial Intelligence and Robotics | Asian Studies | Environmental Policy

Areas of Excellence

Sustainability

Publication

Annals of Operations Research

First Page

1

Last Page

27

ISSN

0254-5330

Identifier

10.1007/s10479-025-06800-8

Publisher

Springer

Additional URL

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-025-06800-8

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