Diagnóstico de impactos ambientais adversos em uma agroindústria de panificação no município de Pombal-PB.

Abstract

In this study aimed to diagnose the negative environmental impacts generated by a bakery agroindustry in Pombal - PB. The methodology adopted was based on field visits, bibliographical research, photographic records, use of satellite images and application of environmental impact assessment methods: Ad Hoc, Check Lists and Interaction Matrix, which were used in the identification and classification of environmental impacts, of which the significant were selected and classified. Subsequently, environmental control measures and environmental plans and programs were proposed. According to the results, a total of 48 environmental impacts were identified, of which 22 were considered very significant, 17 significant and 9 no significant. It was verified that the activities that presented the most significant environmental impacts were: general cleaning, transportation and furnace activity. Environmental control measures and environmental plans and/or programs were proposed. Among the environmental control measures proposed, have been cited: treat industrial effluents and install filters in the chimney. The main environmental plans and/or programs indicated were: Environmental Education Program and Effluent Management Program. It is hoped that this study will contribute to the implementation of an Environmental Management System in the baking industry.