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Investigating the Level of Public Participation in Neighborhood Waste Management Using the Theory of Planned Behavior in Recycling: A Case Study of Shiraz
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The rapid population growth and expansion of industrial, commercial, and service activities in most metropolitan areas of Iran have led to the generation of vast amounts of waste. On average, more than 60,000 tons of waste are produced daily in Iran, a figure significantly higher than the global average. However, waste management and processing systems in the country have not developed at a comparable rate. Recycling is among the most critical measures for managing urban solid waste. Proper management of this process requires identifying the factors influencing recycling behaviors. This study aims to examine the factors affecting citizens' participatory behavior in recycling for waste management in Shiraz and to determine the significance of each factor using the Theory of Planned Behavior. The statistical population consists of Shiraz residents. Using Cochran’s formula with a 95% confidence level and a margin of error of 0.05, a sample size of 384 individuals was selected through simple random sampling. Data collection was conducted using a researcher-designed questionnaire. SPSS and LISREL software were employed to analyze the data, test the hypotheses, and assess the normality of the data.
The results reveal that:
- Positive attitude** significantly influences recycling intentions (T-statistic: 3.26, path coefficient β = 0.38).
- Subjective norms** also show a significant impact (T-statistic: 4.86, β = 0.25).
- Perceived behavioral control** exhibits the strongest influence (T-statistic: 8.18, β = 0.59).
Additionally, recycling intention (T-statistic: 7.79, β = 0.34) has a positive and direct impact on recycling behavior. The study identifies "perceived behavioral control" as the strongest predictor of recycling intention and the most influential factor overall.
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| Keywords: Waste Management, Recycling, Public Participation, Theory of Planned Behavior, Shiraz |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Accepted: 2024/12/30 | Published: 2024/12/30
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