Symposium

Of Rising Scholars

Fall 2024

Elif will be presenting at The Symposium of Rising Scholars on Saturday, September 21st! To attend the event and see Elif's presentation.

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Elif Çiçek

Class of 2025Istanbul, Istanbul

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Projects

  • "Environmental and Economic Impacts of Single-Use Plastic " with mentor Courtney (Working project)

Project Portfolio

Environmental and Economic Impacts of Single-Use Plastic

Started Apr. 8, 2024

Abstract or project description

How does the production, consumption, and disposal of thin plastic (lifecycle), particularly PET bottles, contribute to the formation of oceans? What are the economic implications globally? How do economic disparities between countries impact their ability to manage single-use plastic pollution, and what effective policy solutions can mitigate these impacts?