Community Ecological Layout Desing in Relation to Community Environmeintal Management in Buriram Province

Abstract

             The objectives of this research are 1) to study community landscape plans related to community environmental management in Buriram Province, 2) to design a community landscape plan related to community environmental management in Buriram Province, and 3) to create a landscape and environmental management system for communities in Buriram Province. Conducted using action research methods. The population is Wat Prasat Sung community, Huai Racha Subdistrict, Huai Rat District, Buriram Province. Key informants: 20 people. The instrument used was a semi-structured interview for in-depth interviews.
             The research results found that:
             1. Community ecological diagram related to environmental management of Wat Prasat Sung community, Huai Rat District, Buriram Province, The area is located on a high place in Ban Phet, Village No. 7, Huai Racha Subdistrict. There is an area of approximately 16 rai. Construction or planning of ecological landscapes must take into account the ecological landscapes that are related to the environment in the community. Taking into account the appropriateness, balance and convenience for the community's joint use according to the principles of 7 Sappaya in Buddhism.
             2. Design a community ecological map that is related to the community's environmental management. The design of community spaces emphasizes the sustainable use of natural resources, the maintenance of ecological balance, and the improvement of the quality of life of community members. Taking into account 1) the design of usable space, divided appropriately according to the characteristics of the location, 2) Management of renewable resources within the temple, such as using renewable energy by using a water pump bicycle that uses human power, 3) Provide opportunities for communities to participate in environmental management, and 4) Maintaining biodiversity by creating and maintaining green areas, recreational areas and appropriate water sources.
             3. Creating a community ecological and environmental management system that emphasizes community participation and the use of technology for effective management. It consists of 1) assessment of the environmental status in the community by analyzing planting, construction and waste management, 2) Development of ecological plans by defining green areas,  3) Community participation in natural resource and environmental management, and 4) Planning and management by establishing a temple committee, Along with monitoring and evaluation, and improving and developing the ecological map to be suitable for the environment in the long term, and 5) Development and expansion, promoting sustainable development approaches. By using renewable energy, the community can effectively and sustainably manage its ecological landscape and environment.