The perception of households about solid waste management issues in Malaysia

Shay-Wei Choon (), Siow-Hooi Tan and Lee-Lee Chong
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Shay-Wei Choon: Multimedia University
Siow-Hooi Tan: Multimedia University
Lee-Lee Chong: Multimedia University

Environment, Development and Sustainability: A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development, 2017, vol. 19, issue 5, No 6, 1685-1700

Abstract: Abstract With the aim being to have an integrated and efficient management system, Malaysia is currently facing a remarkable waste issue with a massive increase in waste generated per day. This study collected 400 survey responses to assess the satisfaction and awareness of households about various issues of solid waste management. This study revealed that the majority of the respondents were satisfied with their waste management services. However, there was concern about providing a more diverse waste management facility. This study found a strong positive relationship between age and waste reduction behaviours. The majority of the respondents agreed that their lifestyle affected waste minimisation. Almost half of the respondents indicated that they lacked knowledge to practise waste sorting. Age and education were positively correlated to reuse and recycling behaviours. Overall, a holistic waste management education is vital for Malaysia to build an efficient waste management system.

Keywords: Solid waste management; Waste reduction; Waste sorting; Recycling (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
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