Propuesta de un plan de gestión integral de residuos sólidos para la cabecera cantonal de Déleg, provincia del Cañar

Abstract

The present research work focuses on analyzing the problems of solid waste management in the canton Déleg, and from them propose a comprehensive management plan for the proper management of them. An evaluation of the sector's current solid waste management system was carried out through surveys, interviews and on-site observation; Additionally, the waste characterization process was carried out through a monitoring program with 7 samples of 4 workdays, in the months of May and June. In these areas the collection and segregation of waste was performed, identifying a per capita generation rate of 1.61 kg / inhab / day, composed of 42.9% of plastic, 38.3% of cardboard, and 8.1% Of rejected tissues, these being the most relevant data. The evaluation of the management model and the data collected served to elaborate the integral solid waste management plan, which is composed of four programs that allow the minimization, the segregation and the use of the residues, in addition, seek to generate a greater Environmental awareness In the inhabitants of the sector.