Coleta e reciclagem de resíduos sólidos na cidade de Pombal.

Abstract

This paper addresses the environmental theme of solid waste and recycling, which is a cause of concern worldwide. With population growth consumption and waste is increasingly being produced and waste increases not only in large cities but also in cities smaller as is the example of the city of Pombal. Through research biographic data, data collections, observations and surveys of the studied area, the The objective of this paper is to analyze the services of collection and solid waste recycling in the city of Pombal in order to verify the problems found in the performance of these activities, and the damage to the environment and In the final part, through the relied study, proposals and alternatives that can solve and alleviate the problems encountered, such as: environmental education for young people and adults, greater support for professionals work with recycling, popular participation to charge the authorities a landfill for the city and implementation of selective collection programs with participation of the public power and the population in order to achieve the objectives to help preserve the environment and quality of life for all.