ANALYSIS OF THE WOOD INDUSTRY IN AMAZONIA: MANAGEMENT, USE AND STORAGE OF WASTE

Abstract

Despite the economic and social importance of the timber industry, there are still few studies involving its production chain in the Amazon, mainly focusing on the management of waste from production. Much of this information is in the databases of public and private agencies related to environmental issues and timber. The systematization and analysis of these data is important to assist in management of raw materials and waste resulting from the wood industrialization process, in order to contribute to the knowledge of the current state of waste management from the industries. It’s was also proposed a methodology that will allow systematic studies on the subject, contributing with public and private institutions linked to environmental issues and timber and can thus contribute to the public policy actions aimed at this sector. The logging industry has shown a low operating income and, consequently, a high generation of waste which, if not disposed or used correctly, may cause environmental problems (such as rivers, soil and air contamination) and social problems (such as respiratory problems and the proliferation of vectors of diseases that can affect the population around these industries).