A percepção dos frequentadores de praças de alimentação de shoppings de Santa Maria sobre a geração e o impacto dos resíduos sólidos no ambiente

Abstract

The generation of solid waste associated with feed, the incorrect disposal of these materials and the impact of this in the environment bring to light the need for people's sensitization of the subject. In view of the importance of knowledge to raise people's sensitization of the environment and to propose awareness actions, this study sought to determine the degree of Perception of frequenter people in food courts in two Santa Maria malls, Rio Grande do Sul, about the generation of solid waste associated with feed, as well as determining the participants' understanding of environmental preservation and environmental education. The survey data collection was realized out in October 2019 through of a questionnaire with 17 questions, applied to 201 people. During the research, the separation and destination of solid waste in the malls was also observed and the elaboration of a pamphlet to present to the participants information about solid waste and Environmental Education. The results indicate that 70% of the participants have the perception that food impacts in the environment. In addition, they have knowledge about the environmental issue and 90% know the importance of Environmental Education for environmental preservation. However, this knowledge must be associated with the action for changes to occur. Most participants do not yet have the necessary knowledge to change habits. Thus, it is necessary more sensitization of the public in question. In this sense, the importance of Environmental Education is vital for the formation of people committed to the environment.