Analysis of a degraded area used as a dumping ground in the municipality of Nossa Senhora das Graças - PR

Abstract

The proper disposal of urban solid waste is a critical issue for Brazilian municipal authorities. Despite regulatory initiatives to reduce environmental and public health impacts, the practice of disposing of waste in open-air dumps is still a reality in many cities across the country. In this context, the present study aims to evaluate the environmental impacts generated by the use of the dump in the municipality of Nossa Senhora das Graças-PR as a waste disposal area for almost two decades. The methodology consisted of collecting samples of soil, groundwater, and surface water near the old dump. The results obtained indicate the dimension of environmental damage resulting from the inadequate disposal of urban solid waste, reinforcing the need for technical and regulatory actions to monitor and recover areas used as dumps. The social and environmental implications of this study are significant, as they contribute to the identification and implementation of more sustainable practices for the management of urban solid waste throughout the country.