IRREGULAR DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE IN OFFSHORE AREAS: ITS PROBLEMS AND PERSPECTIVES
DESCARTE IRREGULAR DE RESÍDUOS SÓLIDOS EM ÁREAS OFFSHORE: SEUS PROBLEMAS E PERSPECTIVAS
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https://doi.org/10.29183/2447-3073.MIX2015.v1.n1.141-159Keywords:
Environmental Impacts, Management, Offshore, Solid WasteAbstract
Offshore oil platforms operate like small cities and generate a significant amount of waste, much of which is hazardous to human health and the environment. This study analyzes the environmental impacts of improper waste disposal, including the formation of plastic islands and the presence of microplastics in marine organisms, which disrupt the food chain. In response to this issue, solid waste management methods such as Reverse Logistics and the Circular Economy are discussed, as they promote material reuse and reduce environmental damage. The study highlights the importance of strategic planning, regulatory oversight, and the encouragement of sustainable corporate practices. Given the growth of offshore activities and the limited research on this topic, there is a pressing need to deepen scientific studies and improve waste management techniques in this sector.
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