Utilizing Dried Orange Peels Eco-Friendly Paper Bags on Reducing Plastic Dependency

Plastic has been a convenient material for packaging and carrying items, but the problem is that plastic is non-biodegradable, which harms the environment, wildlife, and contributes to soil and water contamination. This study highlights the environmental impact of plastic and explores an alternative solution to plastic dependency. The study, Utilizing Dried Orange Peels Eco-Friendly Paper Bags on Reducing Plastic Dependency, investigated orange peels, a common household waste, as a source for eco-friendly paper bags. Orange peels contain cellulose, making them suitable as an alternative material. A quantitative experimental design was used with pre-test and post-test surveys on 20 Grade 11 STEM 1 and 2 students. The bags were evaluated based on quality, aroma, and biodegradability. Findings revealed that orange peel-based paper bags are durable, biodegradable, and have a pleasant aroma, making them safe and sustainable alternatives to plastic.