Investigating Waste Segregation in Three-Star Hotels in the Takoradi Metropolis
- 1 Department of Hospitality Management, Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi, Ghana
- 2 Department of Hospitality Management, Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi, Ghana
- 3 Department of Hospitality Management, Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi, Ghana
- 4 Department of Hospitality Management, Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi, Ghana
Abstract
The study sought to investigate waste segregation in 3-star hotels in Takoradi. The objectives of the study were to identify the environmental initiatives and management practices and examine the significance of waste segregation practices amongst hotels in Takoradi. The study applied a non-experimental research approach with a population of forty-five. This comprised managers, housekeeping staff and kitchen staff selected from three (3) 3-star rated hotels in Takoradi Metropolis. The convenient sampling technique was used for the study. The research instrument used in collecting data was a questionnaire containing both closed and open-ended questions. The data was collected and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. The study revealed that there are clear areas for improvement in various aspects of waste management within the hotels. Furthermore, participants strongly believed that hotels should take waste management responsibilities seriously. Based on the findings, the study recommends hotels should actively educate guests through the display of signage on sustainable practices such as energy and water conservation during their stay. Further, hotels should ensure recycling bins are readily available in guest rooms and public areas to facilitate waste segregation and recycling.
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