Project Overview
Reverse Vending at UVic
I, along with my team, conducted an in-depth analysis on implementing Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) at the University of Victoria (UVic) as a sustainable solution to improve recycling rates and reduce waste on campus. The proposal examined the financial viability, environmental benefits, and social impact of reverse vending.
Research Objectives
The research focused on addressing the following key questions:
- How would the implementation of RVMs affect recycling rates at UVic?
- What would be the financial costs and socio-environmental benefits of this investment?
- How could marketing and education be implemented to maximize stakeholder engagement?
- How could we work within the bounds of existing regulations?
My Contributions
Skill Development and Team Collaboration
Throughout ATWP 250 my team and I developed a comprehensive collection of documents necessary to author our proposal on the implementation of RVMs at UVic. Through the various aspects of this group project I have improved upon my communication, teamwork, critical thinking and financial analysis skills.
Team Charter Development
Through our team charter, my team and I effectively created a framework with which we could quickly get passed storming and norming, and begin performing (McCahan et al., 2015). Some effective aspects of this charter included creating a team rubric, which gave all the group members a clear sense of the expectations of the team.
The group rubric helped us establish clear responsibilities, communication protocols, and standards for our collaborative work. This structured approach allowed us to resolve potential conflicts early and focus our energy on producing high-quality deliverables.
