Gestão de resíduos sólidos e educação ambiental: um estudo na Comunidade Boa Esperança do município de Itacoatiara – Amazonas

Abstract

Waste is produced in human activities, both in homes and in organizations, and requires adequate handling, storage, collection and disposal. This process in all its completeness leaves the environment and the population vulnerable to potential toxicities. The present study aimed to analyze the solid waste disposal process generated by family farmers in the Good Hope rural community in the municipality of Itacoatiara/AM, as well as to understand: What is the environmental perception of farmers regarding solid waste? What environmental education practices are carried out regarding this waste? It was a descriptive research, of a qualitative/quantitative nature. Data were collected through technical visits to family farmers in the rural community and semi-structured interviews with closed questions. The quantitative questionnaire was applied in person, and the responses were analyzed descriptively, with the help of the Microsoft Excel tool, displaying the results in graphs. In a general overview, during the execution of this study, it was observed that the main practice of residents of the Good Hope community in relation to solid waste management, in the final disposal process, is burning. Although it is seen as an inappropriate action, it ends up being the option for most residents. It is understood that this habit is a consequence of the lack of collection services in the area. It is hoped that this research will help ensure that waste is better utilized by residents, through environmental education, as today, this waste is disposed of inappropriately, thus minimizing environmental damage and contributing to sustainable development, as well as subsidizing public policies locations.