PROGRAMME

The aim of this study is to investigate, through a survey the perceptions and attitudes of citizens about urban solid waste management system in the Municipality of Kozani. The objective of this survey is to obtain information related to: the actual behavior of citizens, the determining factors that influence and facilitate their intention to participate in recycling, their beliefs about the existing waste collection system and their perceptions of the rewarding incentives to those who actively participate in recycling processes. A structured questionnaire survey method is used as a research tool for data collection from respondents. The design of the questionnaire is based on the recent relevant literature. The questions are mainly focused on the knowledge and attitudes of the citizens. The results of the present study may contribute to citizens’ awareness in order to participate actively in recycling and reduce waste. Considering the research findings and final results, stakeholders could design appropriate recycling progresses and schemes, in order to improve the existing urban solid waste management system.