A valoração dos resíduos recicláveis, compostáveis e o lixo

Abstract

Because of the numerous environmental impacts and public health problems that have been caused by inadequate increase and disposal of solid waste, the valuation thereof has proven a very effective alternative. One of the most significant ways has been the involvement of children through school activities that teach the value of what is discarded, differentiating what is the residue that is rubbish; and to raise awareness on the importance of Action to reduce, re-use, composting, and disposal and suitable destination for recycling. Basic issues in the pursuit of improving public health and the minimization of impacts caused by excess materials that are intended for dumps, landfills, incineration, among others; saving natural resources that would be used in the manufacture of new products and providing cleaner residue to the work of the collector. Working this theme in Municipal Elementary School General Osório, within the city of Constantine, was essential, since the waste was disposed of improperly and there was no project being developed in this area. This paper aims to develop various activities that sought to show students and the school community problems arising from its mistaken actions in relation to solid waste, in order to make a new consciousness was formed and on attitudes could be adopted sustainable development, so that the problems that come endangering the life of the planet and humanity can be minimized.