Green Distribution Practices and Environmental Sustainability of Sachet and Bottle Water Producers in Rivers State
Vol. 4 Issue 1
This study examined green distribution practices and environmental sustainability in Nigeria. The study employed the correlation survey research design where data were collected from sachet and bottle water producers in Rivers State. A sample of 200 respondents was drawn from a population of 400 sachet and bottle water producers in Rivers state using simple random sampling technique. The sample size was determined using the Taro Yamen’s formula. A structured questionnaire was used as the main instrument for collecting data from the respondents. The data collected were analyzed using the Spearman Rank Order Correlation with the aid of the SPSS 21.0 version. The findings revealed that green transportation has a significant relationship with environmental sustainability. The study also found a significant relationship between green storage and environmental sustainability. A significant relationship was also reported between green packaging and environmental sustainability. The study also found a significant relationship between reverse logistics and environmental sustainability. From the findings, it was concluded that green distribution practices significantly enhance environmental sustainability in Nigeria. Based on the findings and conclusion, it was recommended that sachet and bottle water producing companies in Nigeria especially those in Rivers State should practice green distribution as it would enhance the achievement of environmental sustainability in Nigeria.
