Propuesta de un plan de manejo integral de residuos sólidos para la parroquia La Matriz, cantón Píllaro, provincia de Tungurahua

Abstract

Abstract:The study accomplished in La Matriz parish of the Santiago de Píllaro canton province of Tungurahua has identified and analyzed the current management that is given to solid waste generated in this place. Through surveys, interviews and observation visits it was possible to evaluate the management system, likewise the development of an 8 days sampling carried out in 230 homes during the month of September. It was determined that the generation per capita is 0.46 kg/hab/day and with a waste composition where the groups found are organic 70%, plastics 16%, paper 5%, paperboard 4%, glass 2%, cans 2 % and fabrics 1%. All this information served to develop a comprehensive management plan that allows proposing a solution to the current problems of solid waste management, it is considered programs of environmental education, harnessing, collection, segregation and minimization. The plan will be socialized with stakeholders to improve the quality of life of the population and prevent environmental pollution.