Effective waste management is a crucial aspect of any sustainable economy. Therefore
analysing the
attitude, behaviour and intentions of consumers can significantly reduce waste disposal
and can
positively affect the environment, economy and society. Our goal was to examine university
students'
attitudes towards waste management, to analyse the level of awareness, knowledge and
to highlight
influencing factors related to the practice of waste management. After summarizing
the main findings
of previous analysis, a focus group interview with students from University of Pannonia
was carried
out. The framework for the interview was built upon World Café results. The data was
then analysed
in a quantitative (text analysis) and a qualitative way. Our findings pinpoint to
major barriers that
influence waste disposal behaviour such as lack of motivation, lack of interest, lack
of knowledge,
indifference, laziness. This can help creating more adequate and more effective education
material for
younger people and in the long run can assist in building a more aware society regarding
waste and
waste management.
