[Environmental Colonialism. How a community loses its land]

Area of Science:

• Environmental Science
• Public Health
• Regional Planning

Background:

• The Piana di Venafro, historically known as Campania felix for its agricultural richness, faces significant environmental degradation.
• Modern industrialization and extensive transportation networks have led to severe pollution in the region.
• The non-profit organization 'Mamme per la Salute e l'Ambiente ODV ETS' (Mums for Health and Environment) was established to address these environmental issues.

Purpose of the Study:

• To document the environmental challenges in the Piana di Venafro.
• To provide an overview of the activities undertaken by 'Mamme per la Salute e l'Ambiente ODV ETS'.
• To highlight the organization's efforts in safeguarding the region's health and environment.

Main Methods:

• Review of environmental conditions in the Piana di Venafro.
• Documentation of the non-profit organization's initiatives and actions.
• Analysis of the impact of industrial and traffic-related pollution.

Main Results:

• Identification of the Piana di Venafro as a heavily polluted area due to industrial activities and infrastructure.
• Detailed account of the 'Mamme per la Salute e l'Ambiente ODV ETS' interventions and advocacy.
• Assessment of the challenges in preserving the region's environmental quality.

Conclusions:

• The 'Mamme per la Salute e l'Ambiente ODV ETS' plays a crucial role in environmental protection in the Venafro Plain.
• Urgent need for continued efforts to mitigate pollution and restore the environmental health of the region.
• The organization's work underscores the importance of community-led initiatives in addressing environmental concerns.