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M G Amazonas1, M L G Araújo2, K C Yamamoto1
1Universidade Federal do Amazonas - UFAM, Faculdade de Ciências Agrárias - FCA, Programa de Pós Graduação em Ciência Animal e Recursos Pesqueiros - PPGCARP, Manaus, AM, Brasil.
Beachgoers in Rio Negro have limited environmental awareness regarding solid waste, despite valuing cleanliness. Educational initiatives are crucial to address improper waste disposal and promote better environmental practices on Amazonian beaches.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Sociology
- Ecotourism
Background:
- Environmental perception studies are vital for effective solid waste management on beaches.
- Understanding human-environment interactions informs necessary changes aligned with user preferences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the socioeconomic profile of beach users in Rio Negro.
- To identify bathers' environmental perceptions regarding solid waste and its incorrect disposal.
Main Methods:
- Interviews were conducted with users on Ponta Negra, Lua, Tupé, and Paricatuba beaches.
- Data collected included user demographics, socioeconomic status, and perceptions of waste management.
Main Results:
- Demographics varied by beach, with a majority of users having completed high school and earning up to two minimum wages.
- Most users seek beaches for leisure and consider cleanliness essential, yet observed waste disposal contradicted stated intentions.
- Plastic was the most frequently reported type of solid waste, indicating low environmental awareness.
Conclusions:
- There is a significant gap in environmental education among users of Amazonian beaches.
- Targeted educational actions are necessary to improve waste management practices and environmental consciousness.
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