Research on Environmental Problems and People's Environmental Sensitivity; A case study

Abstract

The study was carried out with 363 people randomly determined to evaluate the perception of encountered water issues of the people living in the district of Atakum in Samsun Province of the Middle Black Sea Region, Turkey. In this study, it was examined whether some of the people's personal characteristics (gender, age, place of residence, education status and occupation) made a difference in their views on water issues. In the study, a survey of 31 questions developed through literature review was directed to the participants. Through this survey, was tried to determine if people their views on water issues, whether they had information about the problems caused by water-related issues, and opinions on the appropriateness of payment policies. For the validity of the survey, expert opinion was taken and reliability studies were made and SPSS 22 program was used in the analysis of the data. When the survey results of the work done to measure public opinion on water issues are evaluated, this is seen as a serious problem by the public. Considering the people's evaluations about water issues, the solution proposed for the issues that may be experienced and experienced is presented with the findings supported by indications.