Factors Affecting the Participation of Citizens in Solid Waste Management in Phaya Thai, Bangkok
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Phaya Thai District serves as a central hub of economic and social development in Bangkok, resulting in a high population density and an increasing volume of residual solid waste each day. Additionally, improper waste disposal behaviors have become normalized and embedded in the daily routines of residents, contributing to the growing issue of urban waste overflow. Therefore, this research aimed to study the level of public participation in solid waste management in Phaya Thai District, Bangkok, and to study the factors affecting public participation in solid waste management in Phaya Thai District, Bangkok. The sample group consisted of 400 residents aged 18 and above, selected using accidental sampling. Data was collected through questionnaires and analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, multiple regression analysis, and content analysis.
The research results found that people in Phaya Thai District, Bangkok, had the highest level of participation in solid waste management overall ( = 4.21), with participation in evaluation having the highest mean ( = 4.58), followed by participation in decision-making, participation in practice, and participation in receiving benefits, respectively. Awareness of waste management and attitudes toward waste management affected people's participation in solid waste management, while knowledge about waste did not affect people's participation in solid waste management.
The knowledge gained from this research is the factors affecting public participation in solid waste management in Phaya Thai District, Bangkok, including awareness of waste management and attitudes towards waste management. A positive attitude can be created through social role models such as family, neighbors, or influential people. It can be used to develop guidelines to promote public participation in solid waste management in other districts by raising awareness, collaborating with communities, developing strong policies, and using technology for benefits.
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