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Dafe, Kingsley and Shi, Hong (2026) Exploring the relationship between e-waste and consumer behaviour in Nigeria: a conceptual perspective on sustainable transitions. In: GBATA 26th Annual International Conference, 14-17 July 2026, Athens, Greece. ISSN 2471-6006 ISBN 1932917217
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Abstract
Electronic waste (e-waste) presents escalating environmental, health, and governance challenges, particularly in developing economies. Drawing on interdisciplinary literature, this study examines the effectiveness of e-waste awareness initiatives in relation to consumer purchasing behaviour and regulatory contexts, with a specific focus on Nigeria. Evidence indicates that information-based campaigns are insufficient in the absence of supportive regulatory frameworks, economic incentives, and institutional capacity. The analysis highlights the role of extended producer responsibility, economic instruments, and community-based engagement in strengthening public participation, while also acknowledging the dominance of informal recycling networks. The study contributes context-sensitive insights to inform more coordinated, inclusive, and sustainable e-waste management strategies in Nigeria and comparable settings.
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | E-waste; Consumer purchasing behaviour; Extended producer responsibility; Environmental governance; Nigeria |
| Subjects: | G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GF Human geography. Human ecology. Anthropogeography T Technology > T Technology (General) |
| Divisions: | Schools and Research Institutes > School of Business, Computing and Social Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Rhiannon Goodland |
| Date Deposited: | 26 Oct 2026 09:45 |
| Last Modified: | 27 Oct 2026 14:30 |
| URI: | https://eprints.glos.ac.uk/id/eprint/16607 |
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