Browsing by Subject "Sustainability"
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A Process for Utilizing Disposable Face Masks in Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Pavement Construction
(East Carolina University, 2022-06-20)The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a tremendous rise in plastic waste pollution globally. Pollution instigated by plastic has been one of the greatest threats to our world even before the Coronavirus outbreak. It is believed ... -
A Process for Utilizing Disposable Face Masks in Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Pavement Construction
(East Carolina University, 2022-06-20)The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a tremendous rise in plastic waste pollution globally. Pollution instigated by plastic has been one of the greatest threats to our world even before the Coronavirus outbreak. It is believed ... -
City of Greenville, North Carolina - Sustainability
(2014)Sustainability has been defined by the Brundtland Comission as "meeting the needs of present generations without compromising the needs of future generations." Seeking to become more sustainable, the City of Greenville, ... -
Consumer Purchasing in Sustainable Tourism : Attraction Sustainability and Its Impact on Decision-Making
(East Carolina University, 2014)The green movement has generated an increase in research on consumer behavior towards green products and services. The purpose of this study was to explore the factors that influence consumers to choose sustainable attractions ... -
Diversifying Eastern North Carolina Heritage Sites : Tour Guides' Perspectives
(East Carolina University, 2014)Tour guides from six Eastern North Carolina heritage sites were interviewed to assess minority participation. The sites in this study focus on museums, plantations, and towns. A further comparison was done between site ... -
ECU Sustainability Plan
(2018-10-15)ECU's first Sustainability Plan for 2019 through 2023 lays out goals and strategies in the following focus areas: Climate Change Mitigation, Academics and Research, Campus Grounds, and Materials Management. -
Embedded and Exposed: Exploring the Lived Experiences of African American Tourists
(East Carolina University, 1/13/16)The United States is experiencing a shift in racial demographics. Recent projections suggest that minority groups will make up nearly 50% of the population by 2023. Such increases have made the topics of race, ethnicity, ... -
Exploring sustainability of affordability initiatives: a library case study
(2020-09)Purpose The cost of textbooks continues to rise for college students along with the cost of tuition. These costs can impact student success. In response to the rising costs, higher education institutions have started ... -
Exploring the Role of Photography in Agritourism Marketing
(East Carolina University, 2014)the purpose of this study is to explore which elements of photographs used in the marketing of agritourism are most effective at reaching consumers. The application of the grounded theory method serves as the methodology ... -
Factors Influencing Brand Loyalty to Craft Breweries in North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2012)In 2005 North Carolina passed a law allowing breweries to give product samples to employees and guests. The law also changed the definition of a malt beverage and increased the amount of alcohol by volume (ABV) from 6%ABV ... -
Impacts of Arts Centers on Communities
(East Carolina University, 2013)The arts and culture have been shown to foster economic development by attracting workers and businesses in the knowledge industry, spur tourism, and improve the housing market. However, regardless of whether the arts and ... -
Investigating Energy Consumption of Coastal Vacation Rental Homes
(East Carolina University, 2014)In 2007, vacation rental properties in the United States accounted for more than 22% of the domestic lodging market. These properties are a unique segment of the lodging industry due to their residential design and ... -
Legislative Perceptions of Sustainable Tourism : The Case of the North Carolina General Assembly
(East Carolina University, 2011)The tourism industry is the second largest contributor to North Carolina's economy. The traditional thrust behind many national and state tourism policies has focused on the industry's employment potential and opportunities ... -
Measuring Importance, Performance, and Frequency of Green Initiatives among North Carolina Bed and Breakfast Operators: A Pilot Study
(East Carolina University, 2013)A bed and breakfast (B&B) is a house or small hotel where someone can rent a room for a price that includes breakfast the next morning (Bed and Breakfast, 2012). According to Tsai (2008), green hotels are lodging facilities ... -
Pond Life : A Landscape of Sustainability for the Table
(East Carolina University, 2013)The purpose of this written report of my thesis is to discuss the visual element presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the Master of Fine Arts degree. The objects in this visual presentation address our ... -
STAKEHOLDERS' ATTITUDES TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN COASTAL COMMUNITIES
(East Carolina University, 2011)As North Carolina's coastal communities face challenges in maintaining the quality of the natural and cultural resources that drive their tourism economy the need for sustainable actions in tourism development is made ... -
A Study of Travelers' Foodie Activity Dimensions, Demographic Characteristics, and Trip Behaviors
(East Carolina University, 2013)People who identify themselves as foodies may do so for vastly different reasons. From interests in sustainable agriculture to gardening, they differ in their lifestyles and behaviors. These interests can be grouped into ... -
A Sustainability Literacy Assessment of Students at East Carolina University
(2014)Sustainability is achieved when social, environmental, and economic functions are operating in unity at maximum efficiency. This study takes a closer look at the sustainable knowledge of students at East Carolina University. ... -
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Types of Forecast and Weather-Related Information Used among Tourism Businesses in Coastal North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2014)This study profiles the coastal tourism sector, a large and diverse consumer of climate and weather information. It is crucial to provide reliable, accurate and relevant resources for the climate and weather-sensitive ...