Diagnóstico do saneamento dos resíduos sólidos de Palmas-TO: um estudo de caso

Abstract

The construction industry occupies a prominent position on the global economic stage, as it plays a significant role in the composition of Brazil's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However, the considerable environmental impacts that accompany this sector cannot be overlooked, above all due to the voluminous production of waste from construction and demolition activities. In this context, to optimize solid waste management, public bodies have responded by creating specific legislation aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of this sector on the environment. In addition, public bodies and construction companies are developing solid construction waste management plans, playing a fundamental role in promoting sustainability, reducing environmental impact, preserving resources, saving costs and improving the image of municipalities. Its effective implementation requires the collaboration of all sectors involved and can have a positive and lasting impact on the quality of life of local communities and the environment in which they live. In this context, the overall aim of this study is to propose specific recommendations for improving the Palmas Municipal Basic Sanitation Plan - Volume IV, to ensure more effective and responsible management of CDW generators, guided by the guidelines of the applicable legislation. Regarding methodological procedures, a bibliographical survey was conducted to explore the management of solid waste from civil construction, with an emphasis on Palmas, Tocantins, in and order to support the discussion. This research takes the documentary format, focusing mainly on analyzing the central document of this study: the Construction and Demolition Solid Waste Management Plan for the capital city of Palmas-Tocantins, adopting a qualitative approach. The study revealed that although there is a waste management plan dating from 2014, which is still in force, there is a lack of effective supervision of the private companies in charge of this management. Inspection is ineffective, especially regarding transport, irregular disposal and monitoring of recycling plants. The shortcomings in the management of Construction Waste (CDW) in Palmas, resulting from a lack of systematization and supervision, indicate that the municipal government is not adequately fulfilling its role as manager and inspector. To improve the management of construction waste, an efficient construction waste management model has been developed that can be implemented in a simple web system. A database system that speeds up and reduces monitoring costs. A system organized in stages, under CONAMA regulations, will make it easier to monitor the entire process, from the registration of projects to the final stage of disposal and recycling of this waste.