Analysis of Stakeholder Perceptions and Participation Intentions in Governance for Forest Non-Point Source Pollution Management - With a Focus on Jeonbuk Province -

Jee-Ae Min; Yoon-seong Chang; Minkyung Kim; Heungkeun Oh; Jumi Kim

doi:10.5389/KSAE.2025.67.3.001

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Analysis of Stakeholder Perceptions and Participation Intentions in Governance for Forest Non-Point Source Pollution Management 산림비점오염관리 거버넌스 구축을 위한 이해관계자 인식 및 참여의향 분석

2025. pp. 1-15

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Abstract

Forests, covering 64% of South Korea’s land, play a crucial role in maintaining watershed water quality. However, non-point source pollutants originating from forests can spread across vast areas through various pathways, necessitating effective governance for forest non-point source pollution (FNSP) management. This study analyzes stakeholder perceptions and participation intentions regarding FNSP governance in Jeonbuk-do, a region with high pollution levels. The findings reveal that stakeholder perceptions vary by group, with academia, experts, and private sector representatives demonstrating higher awareness than government and public sector groups. Additionally, significant differences in participation intentions were observed based on age, education level, and stakeholder type. Notably, private sector stakeholders expressed a stronger willingness to participate compared to government and public sector groups. The analysis of governance requirements for FNSP management indicates that the most appropriate spatial scope is at the city and county levels (mid-watershed). Regarding governance functions, academia, experts, and private sector groups prioritized issue selection, whereas government and public sector groups emphasized project implementation. To enhance stakeholder participation and improve FNSP management, it is essential to develop targeted strategies and guidelines that encourage engagement and establish effective governance structures.

Keywords

Forest non-point source pollution (FNSP)

watershed management

governance

difference in intention

intention to participate

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Publisher :The Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers
Publisher(Ko) :한국농공학회
Journal Title :Journal of Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers
Journal Title(Ko) :한국농공학회논문집
Volume : 67
No :3
Pages :1-15
Received Date : 2024-11-27
Revised Date : 2025-02-25
Accepted Date : 2025-02-26
DOI :https://doi.org/10.5389/KSAE.2025.67.3.001

Journal of Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers ISSN:1738-3692(Print) 2093-7709(Online) 한국농공학회논문집

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