FERREIRA, Maria de Fatima Almeida.
Abstract:
The collection and recycling of garbage takes on a very important role in the preservation of
environment. Given this perspective, this monograph research aims to discuss the
environmental importance of the work of solid waste pickers in the city of
Cajazeiras-PB. Having as main objective to analyze the environmental contribution of the work
of recyclable material collectors for the city of Cajazeiras, as well as the social insertion
as a benefit of this activity. To this end, methodological procedures were used
next: bibliographic survey, documentary research, field research and finally
analysis and interpretation of data. The study subjects were made up of the collectors
associated with ASCAMARC- Association of Waste Pickers from Cajazeiras -
PB. Through observation and application of the interviews, it became evident that this class of
workers are true environmental agents in solid waste. However they are
undervalued by capitalist society for not having a professional qualification. Being
so it is necessary a tornado of actions by the government agencies and above
everything of society, because in addition to contributing to the reduction of resource extraction
natural resources are helping to reduce waste in urban areas.
