THE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF CITIZENS TOWARDS MANAGEMENT OF BIOMASS WASTE, ACCORDING TO RESIDENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS, FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS: A CASE STUDY OF BANGKOK

จิตสำนึกของประชาชนต่อการจัดการขยะมูลฝอย ตามลักษณะที่อยู่อาศัยในมุมมองของเจ้าหน้าที่ผู้รับผิดชอบ กรณีศึกษากรุงเทพมหานคร

Abstract

This research aims to 1) explore how demographic characteristics influence the awareness of municipal solid waste management measures among responsible officials in Bangkok, and 2) investigate awareness differences based on residential characteristics using the principles of the 3Rs. Data were gathered from 400 waste management officials in Bangkok through questionnaires. Statistical analyses involved descriptive statistics, T-Tests, and One-way ANOVA. Key findings: 1. Age, as a personal characteristic, significantly impacts public awareness of waste management measures in Bangkok, unlike gender, work experience, and average monthly income. 2. Responsible officials with different residential characteristics influence public awareness of waste management. Two groups emerged: Group 1 (single-house residents) displayed higher awareness than those in row houses, while Group 2 (townhouse residents) exhibited higher awareness than those in row houses. This discrepancy may arise from diverse waste management practices in each community context. This study provides valuable insights into waste management issues and reinforces awareness based on the principles of the 3Rs.