Green Practices in Restaurants

Abstract

The prime purpose of this study is to identify and delve into the factors driving the adoption of environment friendly practices by the restaurants in eastern region of the country. It provides an introductory knowledge to the planner and policy makers regarding the status of ecofriendly practices by the restaurant in eastern India. Six factors were extracted using the principle component analysis. These factors are Legal compliance, Normative Pressure, Cost optimization, Growing awareness, Philanthropic Motive, Good image. Though slowly, but steadily the consciousness regarding the adoption of environment practices is increasing in the restaurant industry. This study can aid and abet the concerned authorities to device a mechanism to turn the hospitality industry into a true musketeer of the environment, however, since the study area is confined to only a few selected cities of eastern India, the result may not hold true in general.