THE IMPACT OF RECYCLING IN PRESERVING THE ENVIRONMENT
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ABSTRACT
Waste has been identified as a huge environmental and health problem that if left unchallenged can hinder healthy and effective society. This study was therefore carried out to investigate the impact of recycling in preserving the environments. Furthermore, it attempted to ascertain the impact of solid waste management practice in Nigeria and to evaluate the role of government in waste management in Nigeria. The study adopted the descriptive survey approach and enrolled a sample of 133 respondents from the Lagos state waste management agency (LAWMA). using the Chi-square statistical tool, the null hypothesis result showed that waste recycling has a significant effect on environmental preservation. Furthermore, the findings reveals that there is a relationship between solid waste management and environmental pollution. The environment will remain polluted if solid waste are not properly managed. The study recommended a holistic and people-focused approach in developing and implementing waste management policies.
