Óleo de cozinha: descarte adequado e reutilização como alternativa sustentável

Abstract

Growing concern about sustainability drives the search for solutions for waste management, especially used cooking oil, which causes significant socio-environmental impacts. This study analyzes the management of the disposal and reuse of cooking oil in Sant'Ana do Livramento, based on Municipal Law No. 7.879/2022, which established the collection policy for this waste in the municipality. The research, with a qualitative approach, included documentary analysis of laws, plans and reports, literature review on the topic, and interviews with representatives of public agencies and companies. The results revealed challenges to be overcome in managing the recently implemented oil collection policy in the municipality. Despite this, initiatives such as awareness campaigns and partnerships for waste reuse stand out, which can be improved. The study contributes to the discussion of public policies aimed at the collection and reuse of oil, with an emphasis on soap production, an economically viable and environmentally appropriate alternative. Actions are suggested to strengthen sustainable management, such as the creation of cooperatives of soap producers and the implementation of environmental education programs.