Diagnóstico y diseño del sistema de gestión de residuos sólidos del barrio Prados del Bosque, ubicado en parroquia Punzara de la ciudad y provincia de Loja

Abstract

Abstract: This study aimed to diagnose the current situation of solid waste management in the Prados del Bosque neighborhood, located in the Punzara parish of the city and province of Loja, in order to propose a technical design that contributes to improving its integrated management. The research was carried out through household surveys, direct observation, physical characterization of solid waste, and analysis of the stages of generation, segregation, storage, and collection. The results revealed deficiencies in source separation, inadequate storage practices, and limitations in collection routes, which affect system efficiency and resource use. Based on the diagnosis, a solid waste management system design was proposed, focused on optimizing collection, promoting environmental education, and reducing environmental and economic impacts. The main contribution of this study lies in providing local technical information that supports decision-making processes and improves community- and municipal-level waste management.