IMPACTOS AMBIENTAIS CAUSADOS PELA FALTA DE FOSSAS SÉPTICAS NA BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DO BAIRRO DE EDUCANDOS​

Abstract

The study "Environmental Impacts Caused by the Lack of Septic Tanks in the Educandos Neighborhood Watershed", by Aldeisy de Fátima Monteiro Waughan, under the supervision of Jandecy Cabral Leite, analyzes the environmental impacts resulting from the lack of adequate sanitation infrastructure in the Educandos region. The research highlights how the lack of septic tanks and basic sanitation systems contributes to the contamination of water, soil and the increase in waterborne diseases. Using an approach based on data collection and environmental quality analysis, the study identifies the main sources of pollution and their effects on the local watershed. The results indicate that pollution caused by irregular sewage dumping compromises aquatic biodiversity, creates risks to public health and reduces the population's quality of life. The study suggests measures such as the implementation of effective public policies, community awareness and the construction of septic tanks as solutions to mitigate these impacts. The work concludes that the adoption of adequate sanitation systems in the region is essential to reduce environmental degradation and ensure the sustainability of water resources.