Behavioral Model of Detergent Waste Management in Communities along the Canals of Makassar City, Indonesia
M. Tang *
Department Doctoral of Population and Environmental Education, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia.
M. Ichsan Ali
Department of Civil Engineering and Planning, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri, Makassar, Indonesia.
Moh. Ahsan S. Mandra
Department of Automotive Engineering Education, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri, Makassar, Indonesia.
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Abstract
Background: Detergent waste has become a significant environmental issue in urban areas, particularly in communities living along canal systems where domestic wastewater is often discharged directly without treatment. This practice contributes to water pollution and environmental degradation.
Aims: This study aims to analyze the influence of knowledge, motivation, and attitudes on community behavior in managing detergent waste in Makassar City.
Study Design: This study employed a quantitative approach using a survey method with an ex post facto design.
Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted among households living along canal areas in Makassar City, Indonesia.
Methodology: A total of 200 households were selected using proportional stratified random sampling. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS).
Results: The results indicate that community knowledge is relatively high in factual and conceptual aspects but low in procedural aspects. Community attitudes are generally positive; however, waste management behavior remains low, particularly in management and control practices. SEM analysis shows that knowledge of waste management and attitudes have a significant effect on behavior, while motivation does not have a significant effect. Furthermore, no significant mediating effects were identified.
Conclusion: Behavioral change in detergent waste management is influenced not only by knowledge and attitudes but also by contextual factors such as habits and the availability of facilities. Therefore, it is recommended that local governments enhance community-based environmental education focused on practical waste management skills and provide adequate wastewater treatment facilities to support sustainable detergent waste management.
Keywords: Community behavior, detergent waste, waste management practices, environmental knowledge, urban wastewater management