The Impact of Environmental Education and Awareness on the Effective Management of Solid Wastes Among Residents of Quetta: A review

The purpose of this study was to provide recommendations for enhancing environmental awareness and education in the region of Quetta, Pakistan, by investigating the influence of Environmental Education and Awareness on the Effective Management of Solid Wastes in the region.This was achieved by examining existing awareness on environmental policies, and how these influence people's attitudes towards SWM.This was accomplished by establishing a link between mindset and SWM strategies, and assessing the influence of individuals' environmental knowledge on how they address SW.Using a standardized survey, data were collected from 400 respondents from four zones: Kuchlack, Siryab, Kharot Abad and Nawakili, employing a systematic random sampling technique.The information gathered from the questionnaire was scrutinized.The findings revealed the presence of an environmental awareness policy in Quetta, Balochistan, as well as its effects on people's attitudes towards SWM.In addition, no association was found between attitudes and SWM practice.Also, environmental education did not influence Quetta people's attitudes towards SWM.Based on these findings, a collection of suggestions has been developed to assist practitioners, policymakers and especially academics in dealing with SWM.