desechos sólidos y su impacto socioambiental en la población de la parroquia tendales, año 2023

Abstract

It is essential to understand the environmental effects caused by solid waste. In this sense, this degree work focuses on the study of solid waste and its socio-environmental impact on the population of the Tendales´ Parish during the year 2023, characterized by the deterioration in the quality of life of the inhabitants, the lack of knowledge of environmental regulations, lack of awareness and poor implementation of strategies by the competent authorities. Therefore, the general objective of the research determined the socio-environmental impact generated by solid waste; articulated, the specific objectives focused on identifying the environmental problems generated by the inadequate management of solid waste, in the same way there is a tendency to establish the effects on the population, establishing responsibilities and analysis of incorporated strategies for the improvement of the problems identified in the parish. The research was based on a mixed methodological approach since the quantitative and qualitative method was used to carry out surveys and interviews, in which necessary data was obtained from the population and the actions by the authorities, which allowed for a deeper understanding. the problems of the town; while the epistemological approach was empirical-inductive and hypothetical-deductive, this made it possible to evaluate the socio-environmental impact of solid waste management and propose improvement measures focused on environmental education, adequate infrastructure and recycling and waste reduction policies that actively involve the community in the sustainable management of its waste. As a result of the empirical research, through surveys and interviews, it was determined that the accumulation of solid waste has generated a high rate of contamination of water, air and soil, resulting in the erosion of the ecosystem in the Tendales´ parish. constituting an unfavorable socio-environmental factor that increases over time. Furthermore, this problem has had a significant increase, in which there has been a notable increase in diseases and proliferation of pests caused by the presence of remnants, a situation that has worsened despite the implementation of measures such as recycling programs and environmental awareness campaigns, which have not been sufficient to solve this problem. Based on these results, the design of a socio-environmental awareness plan aimed at the sustainable management of solid waste in the Tendales´ parish was established as a proposal, which will be implemented in collaboration with the Municipal and Parish GAD, promoting the active participation of the community in the sustainable management of solid waste. In reference to the proposal, an operational planning was carried out that determined the activities to be carried out with their respective schedule and whose persons responsible for execution are the leaders of the parish, the members of the parish GAD of Tendales and the municipal GAD of the canton of El Guabo. Regarding feasibility, the dimensions for its implementation were analyzed. Technically, it is based on operational resources and the experience of expert trainers in the different topics of environmental awareness campaigns. In addition, the budget for the logistics of human resources, materials and technological equipment corresponding to $3,858.75 was established, being necessary for the effectiveness of the planned activities. Socially, it is feasible due to the benefits that generate positive impacts and citizen awareness. In the environmental dimension it is justified as it is oriented towards the sustainable management of solid waste, ensuring adequate living conditions at the community level.