A importância econômica e ambiental na confecção de peças artesanais com coco seco no povoado de Impoeiras de Baixo, em Pão de Açúcar – Alagoas

Abstract

This work presents the history of handicrafts made from dried coconut shells in the village of Impoeiras de Baixo, in Pão de Açúcar - AL, seeking to explain the artisanal process, and what is done with the waste resources (coconut shells) used for such a purpose, in which case they are piled up and burned on the land of the person responsible for the business. Crafts are an activity closely related to the green economy and sustainability, relevant issues in the current economic scenario. The research clarifies us through questionnaires applied to residents of the aforementioned community, people who have already been and are part of the production of the pieces, both the economic and socio-environmental issues, understanding why the leftovers are incinerated in the backyard of the owner's house. parts, instead of seeking other alternatives that prevent environmental degradation and prevent damage to the health of the population.