Gravimetric characterization of solid waste before and after the “adopt a mug” program in an administrative establishment in the municipality of Iguatemi, MS

Authors

  • Thaís Tagliati Silva Universidade Estadual do Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30612/re-ufgd.v5i10.8621

Keywords:

Gravimetry , Solid waste , Mug adoption

Abstract

One of the biggest challenges faced by municipalities is the selective collection of solid waste, as well as its proper final disposal in accordance with environmental legislation, due to the lack of awareness among the population about the importance of separating and recycling waste. The objective of this study was to analyze the composition and gravimetric characterization of solid waste. The study was carried out in an indigenous health administration establishment, located in the municipality of Iguatemi, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Collection was carried out over 5 days (Monday to Friday). During the initial characterization of the waste, it was observed that the establishment generates organic matter (4.46 kg), represented by coffee grounds, fruit peels and pulp, metals (0.76 kg), from aluminum packaging and staples, paper (6.13 kg) and plastics (9.78 kg), from various packaging and plastic cups. After this analysis, the “Adopt a Mug” program was implemented, in which employees of the establishment were encouraged to adopt a mug made of durable material instead of using plastic cups. A new collection was then carried out, and a significant reduction in the amount of plastic generated within the establishment (5.82 kg) was observed, totaling a reduction of 59% in relation to the values ​​prior to the creation of the program. Through this work, it can be concluded that the implementation of the “Adopt a Mug” program was effective in reducing the use of plastic cups, as employees identified with the issue and actively participated in the campaign.

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Author Biography

Thaís Tagliati Silva, Universidade Estadual do Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS)

Universidade Estadual do Mato Grosso do Sul - Unidade Universitária de Mundo Novo.

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Published

2018-11-20

How to Cite

Silva, T. T. (2018). Gravimetric characterization of solid waste before and after the “adopt a mug” program in an administrative establishment in the municipality of Iguatemi, MS. RealizAção, 5(10), 97–103. https://doi.org/10.30612/re-ufgd.v5i10.8621

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