Gestão de resíduos sólidos na zona rural: a percepção dos moradores do povoado de Caiçara, Capim Grosso/BA

Abstract

Contamination of soil, water, insect proliferation, many aspects associated with poor management of solid waste, understanding the perception of the people involved in this context is fundamental to maintain an environmentally balanced environment. The problem associated with waste management is not only present in large cities, today, the lack of adequate waste disposal sites or alternatives to viable treatment is increasingly needed in rural communities. The case study shows how the residents of a rural community of Caiçara, located in the municipality of Capim Grosso-BA, understand the impacts and their responsibilities. The methodology used involved the application of a questionnaire with the local population, and photographic records, seeking to collect the perception about the environment regarding the issues of solid waste management. The results show that residents living in the community participate and accept the improvements that are made for the benefit of all, as the municipality has not yet met the requirements of Law 12,305 / 2010, there is no concern of residents in the separation of waste, some of the interviewees suggested more activities aimed at environmental awareness. The research also emphasizes that the use of community perception can act as a support tool for the management of the environment, and contribute to a participatory process of the community and public power.