Faculty Advisor
Chiarelli, James A.
Faculty Advisor
McCauley, Stephen M.
Project Center
Costa Rica
Sponsor
MarViva
Abstract
Plastic pollution threatens the health of marine organisms and humans. Our project worked with the MarViva Foundation to gauge Costa Ricans’ interest regarding the implementation of a green tax on single-use plastic products through consumer surveys. We researched case studies and other published information supporting the implementation of a green tax. We concluded that the majority of Costa Ricans support a green tax and that legislation on plastic products is likely to be successful given the proper public and retailer education.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
March 2018
Project Type
Interactive Qualifying Project
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Accessibility
Unrestricted
Advisor Department
Interdisciplinary Programs