https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/2333 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:32:53 GMT 2026-04-08T22:32:53Z https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5956 Título: Ocupações irregulares em áreas de proteção ambiental: impactos socioambientais nos campos alagados de São Bento - Maranhão Abstact: The present study aims to analyze the socio-environmental impacts resulting from irregular settlements in the flooded fields of the municipality of São Bento, Maranhão, located within the Baixada Maranhense Environmental Protection Area, a site recognized under the Ramsar Convention, seeking to understand how human presence and the disorderly use of land have compromised environmental integrity and local quality of life; methodologically, a qualitative approach with descriptive and exploratory characteristics was adopted, supported by a literature review, field visits, photographic records, and the administration of questionnaires to residents of the wetland areas, with data collection conducted in the neighborhoods of Alegre, Outra Banda, and Porto Grande, followed by georeferencing of the sampled points; the results indicated that a portion of respondents reported low income, limited schooling, and a lack of land tenure documentation, factors that reflect socioeconomic vulnerability and contribute to the expansion of settlements in environmentally sensitive areas, as well as the identification of significant environmental impacts, including waste accumulation, water pollution, biodiversity loss, and the proliferation of disease vectors, all exacerbated by insufficient sanitation services and urban infrastructure; it is concluded that the irregular occupation of the flooded fields of São Bento is a complex phenomenon that intertwines environmental degradation, social exclusion, and the absence of urban planning, and that addressing this issue requires integrated public policies that reconcile responsible land regularization, strengthened participatory management, and the conservation of local ecosystems, ensuring a form of sustainable development compatible with the socio-environmental realities of the Baixada Maranhense Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5956 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5905 Título: Percepção dos impactos ambientais oriundos da agropecuária no povoado Ilha D’ Água, São Vicente Férrer – MA Abstact: Agriculture and livestock farming are among the main economic activities in Brazil and represent essential sources of food, income, and subsistence, especially in rural communities. However, the expansion of these activities, when carried out without proper management, has caused significant environmental impacts, such as soil degradation, deforestation, and contamination of water resources. In this context, this study aimed to analyze the perception of local residents regarding the environmental impacts caused by livestock farming in the village of Ilha D’Água, located in São Vicente Férrer – MA, considering the practices adopted and the level of environmental awareness within the community. The research was descriptive, with a qualitative and quantitative approach, based on questionnaires applied to ten rural producers. The data analysis showed that agriculture is the main activity in the region and that part of the producers still uses fire as a cleaning method, contributing to environmental degradation. Many producers recognize environmental problems, such as burning and soil impoverishment, and show concern for the conservation of natural resources. Although still limited, some already adopt more sustainable practices, such as pasture management and controlled use of pesticides. Therefore, it is concluded that understanding the perception of rural producers is essential to guide environmental education and technical assistance actions that promote local sustainability Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5905 2026-01-08T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5904 Título: Avaliação da qualidade de praças públicas no município de São Bento – MA Abstact: Public squares play an essential role in the urban environment, serving as spaces for leisure, social interaction, and the strengthening of community bonds. In small towns such as São Bento, MA, these spaces gain even greater importance, as they often represent the main venue for socialization. This study aimed to assess the condition of public squares in São Bento, identifying their main structural and environmental issues. To this end, 11 squares in the municipality were visited, with photographic documentation and the use of a checklist to analyze variables such as vegetation, ground cover, cleanliness, lighting, maintenance, and other categories. The results showed that although the squares fulfill their role as spaces for recreation and social gatherings, they also face significant limitations. Issues observed included inadequate lighting, deteriorated equipment, waste accumulation, and irregular maintenance, along with insufficient tree cover to provide thermal comfort. These shortcomings diminish the attractiveness of the squares and negatively affect users’ quality of life. The management of São Bento’s public squares should therefore be treated as a priority, with planning directed toward conservation, accessibility, and safety Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5904 2025-01-15T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5552 Título: Atividades antrópicas, impactos ambientais e estratégias de educação ambiental no Rio da Velha Bárbara - São Bento/MA Abstact: In recent years, the Velha Bárbara River, located in the urban perimeter of the municipality of São Bento 3 MA, has been facing constant degradation due to the dynamics of the city, the urbanization process and water pollution. This work aims to present the main environmental impacts arising from anthropogenic activities and to promote environmental education strategies among residents living on the banks of the Velha Bárbara River in the municipality of São Bento Maranhão. To carry out the study, a questionnaire with seven (7) objective questions was applied to 30 residents in the neighborhoods where the river passes, in addition to two waste collections with a time interval of months between the dry season and the rainy season in the region. Adding the material in the two collections carried out on the banks of the river at Point 12, we have a total of 10.5 kg of solid waste, with a difference of 3.5 kg less in the second collection compared to the first. The data obtained with the questionnaire indicated that 100% of the residents near the Velha Bárbara River in the municipality of São Bento believe that the main human activity that directly impacts the river is its use for waste accumulation and that although garbage collection is carried out regularly on specific days of the week by means of collection trucks, It has been reported that residents themselves contribute to the pollution of the river by disposing of their waste directly into it, although 80% of residents are aware of the environmental problems faced by the river, 20% claim to have little information about the situation. Therefore, it is concluded that the absence of effective action by the public inspection power favors the continuous degradation of the water bodies of São Bento -MA and that the lack of constant and accessible environmental awareness and education actions prevents future sustainable advances for the community Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repositorio.uema.br/jspui/handle/123456789/5552 2025-07-14T00:00:00Z