Thai Nguyen University University of Agricultural and Forestry MUNYARADZI JOSEPH DEWA INVESTIGATES THE MANAGEMENT OF SINGLE USE PLASTIC POLLUTION AND ITS EFFECTS TO THE ENVIRONMENT IN THAI NGUYEN CITY: CASE OF QUYET THANG WARD MASTER THESIS MODE OF STUDY: FULL TIME MAJOR :ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FACULTY : ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAM BATCH : KHMTT28 Thai Nguyen July 24, 2023 MASTERS DOCUMENTATION PAGE WITH ABSTRACT Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry Degree program Masters of Environmental Science and management Student Name Munyaradzi Joseph Dewa Student ID AEP 2020012034 Thesis Title Investigate the Management of single- use plastic pollution and its Effects to the Environment in Thai Nguyen City :Case of Quyet Thang Ward Supervisor DR NGUYEN THANH HAI Supervisor’s signature Abstract: Plastic pollution is a significant environmental issue in Thai Nguyen, with single-use plastics being a major contributor to the problem due to overconsumption and inadequate disposal. The purpose of this research is to investigate the management of single-use plastic pollution and its impact on the environment in Quyet Thang ward. The study examines the attitudes and behaviours of the community towards single-use plastic (SUP) and analyses their willingness to adopt proenvironmental behaviours. The research also assesses the environmental impacts of SUP pollution in the area.
The study found that while people in the community are environmentally conscious and willing to change their behaviour, they still consume a considerable amount of SUP. The research identified a gap between people's attitudes and their actions, which can be attributed to factors such as social influence, tangibility, positive emotions, and policies. To address this issue, there is a need for effective policies and regulations to reduce the use of SUP and encourage sustainable alternatives. Additionally, education and awareness campaigns can help to change people's attitudes and behaviours towards SUP.
The results of this study can inform policymakers and stakeholders in Thai Nguyen on effective strategies to manage plastic pollution and promote sustainable practices in the community. Key Words Quyet Thang, Vietnam, single-use plastic bags, behavioral change, pro environmental behavior, environmental awareness. Number of Pages 73 Date of July 24, 2023 Submission ii ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Firstly, I would like to thank life for giving me the opportunity to have this priceless adventure that has taught me some much, that has let me experience different cultures, be surrounded by wonderful people, and most important that has allowed me to grow in all aspects of my life Special thanks to my supervisors Hai for their valuable support, motivation and encouragement through this journey in the particular time of COVID-19, under the special circumstances which this thesis was made. To the Tuaf staff, in both faculties for believing in my skills, for all the support and the learning.
My gratitude to Transea through DAAD who sponsored my studies partly and that allowed me to have this wonderful experience for exchange seamsters in Germany. Many thanks to my classmates and friends from Tuaf for their lovely companions, funny moments, exchange and invaluable support. I have learned a lot of each one of you. Finally, I am immensely grateful for the support of my grandparents, who have always encouraged me to follow my dreams.
To Tuyet, Gilbert and Huyen, for believing in me and being there for me even if we are far away. v List of figures Fig 1 and 2: Satellite map of Quyet Thang commune, Satellite Map………………30 Fig 3: Figure 3: Single-use plastics (Picture)………………………………. Photograph of Inguyen University, as well as the road leading to the university's main central offices……………………………………………………………… …37 Fig 5. Picture of flying plastics …………………….………………………………38 Fig 6: Single-use plastics ………………………….……………………………… 38 Fig 7: Ages of respondents………………………….43 Fig 8: Percentage of gender……………………….44 Fig 9: Educational Level of respondents……………………………………….
45 Fig 10: Single use plastic consumptions and quality……………………………… 47 Fig 11: Environmental knowledge about single use plastics……………………… .48 Fig 12: Normalization of Plastic……………………………………………….50 Fig 13: Perception about single use of plastic pollution…………………………. 53 Fig 14: Environmental awareness and Environmental information means ……… .55 List of Tables Table.1 The completion rate and questionnaire ……………………………….