O lugar e a produção do abandono: o papel da mineração na história da vida cotidiana no bairro Bebedouro, Maceió, Alagoas

Abstract

Mining in Brazil has played a crucial role in the economic, social and political formation of the country, but it has also generated significant environmental and social impacts. This study examines the consequences of exploitation of rock salt in Maceió, led by the company Salgema (later Braskem), and highlights its devastating consequences, including land subsidence and the forced displacement of entire neighborhoods. The research examines the historical context of mining in Brazil, the local consequences of mineral exploitation, and the challenges of territorial governance. Focusing on the affected neighborhoods, the work highlights the relationship between mining activity, socio-environmental disasters, and state negligence. The author's personal perspective on the direct impact of mining on her life trajectory enriches the discussion, providing a critical analysis of the consequences of this process.