ASSESSMENT AND IMPROVEMENT OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL VIETNAM: THE CASE OF CHAU THANH DISTRICT, AN GIANG

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Solid waste pollution poses a significant global challenge, requiring innovative and region-specific solutions. This study investigates municipal solid waste (MSW) generation, composition, and management in Chau Thanh District, An Giang Province, within Vietnam's Mekong Delta. Data were gathered through interviews with 270 households, tourists, waste collectors, and environmental managers, complemented by physical analysis of two MSW samples. In 2023, an estimated 96.09 tons of MSW were generated daily, with an average waste generation rate of 0.64 kg per person. Organic biodegradable waste made up 59.28%-63.00%, reusable/recyclable waste accounted for 33.83%-34.93%, hazardous waste represented 0.14%-1.63%, and other waste was 3.03%-4.15%. Collection challenges persist due to limited infrastructure and a lack of waste segregation. The study recommends improving waste collection infrastructure, expanding collection routes, and enhancing public awareness to promote proper disposal practices and sustainable waste management.

Từ khóa: MSW management, MSW pollution, emission factor, MSW composition

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