| Title | Appraisal of solid waste generation in secondary schools towards sensitisation on environmental quality and education |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 12258 |
| Authors | Adeniyi, LA; Oladehinde, GJ; Oladipupo, AS; Adesoye, PO; Folorunso, SA |
| Title | Appraisal of solid waste generation in secondary schools towards sensitisation on environmental quality and education |
| Year | 2024 |
| Published | Management Of Environmental Quality, 35.0, 2 |
| Abstract | PurposeThis study evaluates the quantity and composition of solid waste produce in secondary schools and assesses level of environmental consciousness and management activities. This is aimed for the present and future planning of high schools' environment as well as integrating the system into urban waste management.Design/methodology/approachThis research used primary and secondary data to realize its purpose. Primary data was obtained through measurement of actual waste generation and questionnaire administration. Secondary data was the official information obtained on the schools selected. The primary data collected was analysed with descriptive statistical method such as percentage, mean cross measures of central tendency, frequency distribution and cross tabulation.FindingsThe study established that a total of 375.6 kg of solid waste is generated in the selected schools and daily per capita waste generation is 0.56 kg. Paper material is the waste component with the highest quantity and 88.5% of waste produced is recyclable. Thus, solid waste generated in secondary schools if carefully managed with suitable management options has potential for promoting circular economy and sustainable development. The paper recommends environmental education for stakeholders in secondary schools and waste segregation culture should be enforced in every secondary school.Originality/valueThe paper builds on the reasons for poor environmental quality in secondary schools in developing countries and revealed unscientific means by which resources are wasted and the environment is mismanaged through low understanding of solid waste. |
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