A Participatory Household Solid Waste Management Guidelines of Ban Bung Community, SriPhiromSub-district, Phromphiram District, Phitsanulok Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the current situation of participatory household solid waste management among 140 households actually residing in Ban Bung Community, Moo 5, Si Phirom Sub-district, Phrom Phiram District, Phitsanulok Province; 2) to examine community participation in household solid waste management in Ban Bung Community; and 3) to propose guidelines for participatory household solid waste management. This study employed a mixed-methods research design, beginning with a quantitative approach using questionnaires to collect data regarding waste segregation behaviors, household waste generation volume, as well as attitudes and opinions toward the existing waste management system. Additionally, qualitative data were gathered through in-depth interviews with store representatives and community leaders.

          The research findings are as follows

1. Conditions of Participatory Household Solid Waste Management in Ban Bung Community Overall, household solid waste management was rated at a good to very good level, reflecting positive perceptions and effective source-level practices.
2. Public Participation in Participatory Household Solid Waste Management

Public participation was high, particularly in waste separation at the source, contributing to a moderate level of household waste management success.

1. Guidelines for Participatory Household Solid Waste Management in Ban Bung Community Most residents highlighted the need to enhance the waste management system by integrating household and community participation through transparent, accountable, and sustainable mechanisms.