New Generation Waste Governance Framework for Local Governments: Kadikoy Case

The provision of public services such as waste management and environmental pollution control lies at the heart of sustainability discussions where the responsibility is retained by local governments. While conventional methods of waste management lack new perspectives in participatory frameworks, there is also a strong need to introduce multi-dimensionality and data-driven analytics approach to a new waste governance framework for local governments. The main objective of this research is to design an innovative, data-driven and holistic waste governance framework for local governments in the information age where the role shifts as an "orchestra chef", not alone-and- only service provider. The framework is developed for Kadikoy Municipality of Istanbul Metropolitan Area where the amount of waste per capita is higher than the average of the whole city. The methodology of the research incorporates a Web-GIS based participatory platform that can collect and manage data within a four-dimensional framework: political, organizational, behavioral and technological. Each dimension is also introduced with a specific set of indicators that can support the operationalization of SDG 11 in a local context. Results indicate that the availability and accessibility of waste collection related data on a Web-GIS platform plays a pivotal role in a participatory governance framework. Additionally, "awareness" and "openness to cooperation" among commercial enterprises are some significant factors in waste behavior where a local government may need to under-stand and analyze. This study was supported by a 100/2000 Y & Ouml;K doctoral scholarship.