Used Battery Recycling: Associated factors and intervention strategies

Abstract

Theories related to recycling behavior of hazardous metals in used battery were reviewed. The theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) which is concerned with the relations between beliefs, attitude, subjective norms, perceived control, intentions, and behavior was the most often cited in recycling behavior studies. The Altruistic Behavior Model was the second most cited theory. The Health Belief Model and Neutralization Theory were reported only one time each. The predictive power of other factors was also demonstrated when to TPB. In addition, factors at organizational and policy levels showed an association with recycling behavior. Demographic variables were reported inconsistently. TPB seems to be more effective in predicting recycling behavior. It can be argued that there are many levels of factors associated with recycling behavior. Antecedents and consequences were two groups of behavioral intervention strategies implicated in the reviewed studies. Commitment, barrier removal and feedback seen to be the effective strategies in promoting recycling behavioral change.