Journal of Pollution Effects & Control
Open Access
ISSN: 2375-4397
+44 1223 790975
ISSN: 2375-4397
+44 1223 790975
Fathmath Shadiya
Maldives National University, Republic of Maldives
Posters & Accepted Abstracts: Pollut Eff Cont
Waste management in preindustrial times was simple because most of the waste comprised of organic materials which decompose naturally. However with the introduction of non- biodegradable synthetic materials such as plastic, waste treatment and waste disposal have become a pressing concern in the Maldives due to limited financial and human resources available in the country. This research tries to identify factors that can influence the long term sustainability of Community Based Solid Waste Management Systems (CBSWMS) using Driver, Pressure, State, Impact, Response (DPSIR) framework. The main focus of the research is to determine social, economic and environmental factors that influence effectiveness of CBSWMS in small islands such as Maldives, and to suggest recommendations for areas that need further improvement. A quantitative approach was adapted to study the effectiveness of the system. Data analysis showed Ukulhas waste management Centre utilizes most of organic waste brought to the island waste management Centre by making compost. Analysis on the social aspect of the CBSWMS suggests that even though there was satisfaction among the community members with the waste management system, satisfaction varies across different age groups. Results also suggest there was no association between respondent�s belief about plastic pollution and their willingness to adopt green consumer behaviors such as use of recyclable bags. The results were also analyzed using DPSIR framework to find out which elements in the framework was affected most by the establishment of CBSWMS in the island.
Email: fathimath.shadiya@mnu.edu.mv