Why Should Different City Characteristics Customize the Rate of Pollution Charge? Evidence of Factors Affecting Willingness-to-pay for Wastewater Management in Thailand

Authors

Kwanmanas Meethavorn
Chanathip Pharino

Publication Date

2021

Abstract

A challenge for wastewater management is enhancing the efficiency of resource allocation. Polluter Pays Principle is a wastewater charge collection approach that could help support the financial burden faced by many countries. Tailor-made policy implementation based on city characteristics is critical to the success of implementing a national policy to fit well in different local contexts. This study examined gaps for improving municipal wastewater management systems in Thailand through in-depth interviews and a questionnaire survey to identify the factors influencing households’ perception and willingness to pay in three different cities. A contingent variation method technique was used to evaluate the preferences of residents. The study revealed that different cities have different factors that influence willingness-to-pay decisions as well as pay-out levels. A single common factor positively affecting willingness-to-pay preference in all three cities is perception and engagement of wastewater treatment service. Citizens with a positive perception of receiving wastewater service are not only more likely to pay the wastewater charge, but also at a higher amount.

DOI

10.35762/AER.2021.43.4.6

First Page

68

Last Page

83

Recommended Citation

Meethavorn, Kwanmanas and Pharino, Chanathip (2021) "Why Should Different City Characteristics Customize the Rate of Pollution Charge? Evidence of Factors Affecting Willingness-to-pay for Wastewater Management in Thailand," Applied Environmental Research: Vol. 43: No. 4, Article 6.
DOI: 10.35762/AER.2021.43.4.6
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/aer/vol43/iss4/6