Wastewater Management and Disposal Practices Among Informal Urban Settler Households
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study examines factors affecting wastewater management and disposal practices among informal settlerhouseholds, focusing on how these affect management and the environment. The study utilizes Exploratory FactorAnalysis (EFA) in a non-experimental quantitative design. This assesses the validity and reliability of instrumentsdesigned to measure handling practices, drawing on a sample of 150 respondents. A comprehensive survey wasconducted to gather data on various aspects and uncover underlying influences within this population.The researchers determined five dimensions: Awareness and Responsibility, Infrastructure Deficiency, FinancialConstraints, Community and Household Action, and Government and Environmental Impacts. These dimensionsinfluence the practices of the respondents and provide insights into their behaviors. This knowledge enables themto make more informed decisions about environmental impacts and enhance their economic well-being
Authors: Athena Jo A. Avila, Chona B. Desierto, Daniel J. Mediante, Maricar A. Retonel, Jayzon A. Tongcaling, ijetrm journal
Language: English
Subfield: Waste Management and Disposal
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W6893422163
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