Diagnóstico de impactos ambientais de um aterro controlado do município de Rafael Fernandes - RN.

Abstract

The objective this work was to identify and analyze the environmental impacts caused by the implementation of a controlled landfill in the municipality of Rafael Fernandes- RN. The methodology consisted in carrying out bibliographical research, field visits, photodocumentation, use of free software, use of geoprocessing tools and evaluation of environmental impacts. The activities of the enterprise were listed for the phases of planning, implementation, operation, deactivation and closure. A simplified environmental diagnosis of the study area was elaborated. Through environmental impact assessment methods, Check list and Interaction Matrix, the environmental impacts were identified and classified qualitatively and quantitatively, highlighting the significant impacts. Then, environmental control measures, environmental plans and programs were proposed. Based on the results, it was verified that the activities that presented the most significant environmental impacts were: deforestation, cuts and landfills, earthworks and preparation of the waste disposal site, and that such actions affect the environmental components: flora, fauna, soil, water, air and the anthropic environment. Among the environmental control measures cited and indicated, the following should be highlighted: Limiting deforestation to just needed areas; Use PPE's (Personal Protective Equipment); Maintain equipment and machinery maintenance; Reconstitute vegetation and recover degraded areas; Among environmental plans and programs the following were highlighted: Solid Waste Management Plan, Environmental Management Program; Environmental Education Program; Social Communication Program; Land Use and Occupancy Program and Wildlife Management and Monitoring Program.