PROPUESTA DE UNA POLÍTICA AMBIENTAL PARA EL POSCONSUMO DE PEQUEÑOS ELECTRODOMÉSTICOS EN DESUSO EN LA CIUDAD DE GUAYAQUIL

Abstract

The lack of alternatives for the disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment has led to a poor final disposal of these, making them hazardous waste and generating pollution of water, air and soil affecting the health of people and As far as fauna and flora are concerned, the places where these wastes are deposited severely affect the biotic aspects due to the chemical physical characteristic of the waste. This study aims to characterize the habits and preferences of the population of Guayaquil regarding the recycling of small kitchen appliances, by conducting surveys, assessing waste from them, through interviews with recyclers, and identifying the Environmental impacts that produce these wastes, with a cause and effect matrix. Based on the results based on the population surveyed, a policy proposal for post consumption of disused small 3 appliances was elaborated, considering four strategies applicable to each actor involved, among them the competent authority, recyclers, distributors, and users.