Mayor backs new system as quantities increase

A new campaign initiated by the Chiang Mai Municipality will encourage the separation of different types of waste before collection. Dr. Duentemduang na Chiengmai, the Mayor of Chiang Mai, recently revealed that, due to the growth of the city, the increased number of migrant workers, and the increased number of students from outside the province, the amount of waste generated daily has risen to 320 tons. This has an impact on the community, and, if not correctly managed and disposed of, could directly affect public health.

A public relations campaign is being organised by the Municipality’s Environment Office which will hopefully instil a sense of awareness of the importance to health and the environment of separating out the various types of waste before disposal. This will also reduce the Municipality’s expenses in this area. A competition is being organised in which the public will be invited to submit slogans. The winning entry will be placed on all rubbish bins in the hope that it will increase awareness of recycling.