Through surveying (how many ppl), We investigate the public’s understanding of marine conservation and eco-friendly products. This questionnaire reflects the public's opinion and understanding of our topic, as well as the current situation and trends regarding the social phenomena. At the same time, this survey research helps us conduct quantitative data research and obtain information and statistics that cannot be proven by qualitative research. In this form, we focus on environmental issues. Through basic questions about environmental awareness, we extend the questions to the public's purchase intention and opinions on friendly products. Overall, we wanted to use this survey as a way to understand society's understanding of our topic.
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From the first question on the form, “How much do you know about environment conservation?” 46% of respondents believe they have a moderate understanding, rating themselves three out of five. Within this 46.5% age group, the highest percentage is in the 13-18 and 26-35 ranges, while the lowest is in the 19-25 and 65+ ranges. For the second question, “Do you think fishing nets take a short time to decompose in the ocean?” The correct answer is 600 years. Among 200 respondents, there are 38% (57 people) respondents answered correctly. For the respondent who rates their understanding of environment conservation at 5 out of 4, the accuracy rate is approximately 90%. The respondent who rates themselves at 5 out of 5 accuracy rate is approximately 95%. This analysis shows a positive proportional between the accuracy of responses and the self-perceived level of understanding of environmental conservation among the general public. After the analysis, we can see that people could understand the concept of environmental conservation if the majority of respondents were students. Under the promotion of Taiwan's environmental education law, schools raise environmental awareness to students through classes. Through the educational process, students gain awareness, attitudes, skills, and values related to environmental protection and improvement. Therefore, under this educational background, even though most of the respondents are students, they can answer correctly and have a certain level of knowledge about environmental conservation.
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In this bar graph, the question is “What do you think environmental conservation is?” where multiple choices were allowed. The results show that 91.5% of people choose the concept of emphasizing recycling, lowering waste, and decreasing unwanted materials. 80% prefer a Greener environment, reducing energy consumption. 68% choose to raise awareness and encourage recycling through product designs. This phenomenon shows there were fewer people choosing product designs. It is because the other two choices are more daily habits, making them easier to incorporate into one's routine. For changing life habits it is more accessible and intuitive than product design. Moreover, those data show the Taiwan government established environmental policies on public awareness. For instance, restaurants can not use disposable utensils, banning businesses can not provide free plastic bags and energy-efficient appliances. Those are the policies that contribute to increasing the concept of being environmentally friendly in public.
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In the survey data shows respondents think about the impact of fishing net activities on the ocean for a rating scale of 1 to 5. Most of the people had chosen the higher level of 3 to 5. For people who chose 4 and 5, the percentage will be 45.5% and 39%. This demonstrates most people believe the fishing net will burden the ocean. The respondents are individuals living in Taiwan, Taiwan surrounded by the sea and with a fishing industry. Taiwanese are familiar with the topic of ocean-related dilemmas. We are influenced by news, newspapers, and magazines. This is why it is reflected in the survey results.
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Graph 5 illustrates that people purchased environmental conservation products, with 55% indicating they have made purchases and 45% stating otherwise. This pie chart reflects the perspective of value and Consumption concept difference which is held toward buying environmental conservation products. The difference can be variations of their concern about environmental issues, financial capabilities, or other factors. In this case, we focus on the people who purchased environmental conservation products. We extended questions by asking about specific types of products they bought. After integrating and observing the data, we exposed that most people prefer to use reusable foodware. This illustrates that modern society has raised awareness of environmental conservation. The government promotes and takes action on policies that will encourage people to focus on environmental conservation in their daily lives and dietary habits.
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Through this form, we conclude that among 200 respondents there are 119 respondents who wear sunglasses. There are nearly half of the respondents using near-sighted glasses. A minority use blue light-blocking glasses. Other respondents do not use any eyewear products. According to this data, we can infer that as the technology has advanced, therefore, causing an increase in the demand for eyewear. However, some respondents are not required to have eyewear products, a majority of respondents choose blue light glasses to protect their eyes. However, sunglasses have the highest usage rate because of the geographical location of Taiwan. Taiwan has hot summers and strong UV rays. Thus, there is a higher demand for sunglasses in Taiwan.
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According to the analysis, we found out the willingness to purchase environmentally friendly eyewear 95% who chose the level less than 3 were students. 90% who chose level 5 already have employment. For instance, educational institutions and the manufacturing industry. We consider the prices of environmentally friendly eyewear to be higher than traditional eyewear. Therefore, this indicates the difference in attitudes towards eco-friendly products in different age groups. The adults are more willing to buy higher prices of eco-friendly products than students. Which points out that adults have higher economic capacity. Moreover, based on the bar graph, 88% are willing to purchase environmentally friendly eyewear at levels 3 to 5. This indicates the green industry development has raised and influenced people's consumption concept. Therefore, people will consider purchasing green products.
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According to the graph, we can see that nearly half of the respondents will throw away used eyewear. Referring to graph 7, the responder who did not use any eyewear chose to throw away the eyewear. This data shows Taiwanese do not have the habit of recycling eyewear. Thus, Taiwan has fewer chain eyewear stores or hospitals that provide efficient recycling eyewear services. Therefore, people will choose to throw away the used eyewear instead of finding the proper recycling location. Furthermore, the Taiwanese do not have the concept of recycling used eyewear which can help reduce waste and save resources.
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Based on our survey, we discovered that who chose to throw away the eyewear, most of them chose the increasing number of environmentally friendly products (Increasing market share). 50% of people also believe that environmentally friendly products will grow in the future, and the eco-market will develop in the future. Choosing an increasing market share age group will be 26 to 35 years old and 36 to 45 years old. In these two age groups they have more market experience than students. Currently, the business system is developing toward a circular economic concept. In this circumstance, industry key points will become innovation and sustainable development. Therefore, the increment of market share will be mainstream in the future. There were 42.5% of people who believed the average market share would remain the same. This is because the product's value and prices differ. Ordinary eyewear has the same function as the eco-friendly and inexpensive eyewear. Therefore, it will be a challenge to raise the acceptance quickly.
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Through this question, 95% of people do not know this company because out of the 200 respondents, 90% are students. However, education in Taiwan schools focuses on teaching students about environmental conservation and how to address pollution issues, with fewer opportunities for students to engage with the industry. About 5% (10 people) are aware of this company, and among this 5%, roughly 80% are engaged in business. This is because the current business trend is increasingly moving towards green industries. Therefore, there are more opportunities for business professionals to know about companies that sell green products such as Hibang.
This questionnaire shows the Taiwanese public’s familiarity with marine conservation and circular economy. However, most of the students in our school who fill in the survey have similar academic backgrounds and have fewer opportunities to be exposed to issues related to a circular economy in Taiwan’s education system. At the same time, the lack of diverse backgrounds of respondents to this form may lead to potential bias in the survey, which cannot accurately represent the broader Taiwanese people without comprehensiveness.