Pesquisa-ação e proposta de destinação dos resíduos sólidos orgânicos na Escola 14 de Agosto do Assentamento Chico Mendes em Rondonópolis, Mato Grosso

Abstract

The excessive production of waste has led to accumulation and consequent destruction of the fauna and flora of the planet over the centuries. In order to do so, it is urgent to establish a critical eye on the problematic in question, and to prevent or at least minimize the polluting effects of human actions. One way to decrease the amount of organic waste is to make use of the practice of composting. Therefore, this work aimed to make the use and analysis of the organic residues of the kitchen of the 14 de Agosto school of the Chico Mendes settlement in Rondonópolis, and compost them for the vegetable garden of this same school; as well as to aggregate students and employees in the execution of conservation practices through lectures. A socioeconomic questionnaire was also applied with the settlers. The research had a qualitative-quantitative approach, with research of the participant type and exploratory objectives. The study provided the opportunity to share the knowledge with the research subjects about sustainable practices and environmental conservation in the school and rural environments.