Percepção ambiental dos proprietários rurais do município de Palmas (TO): subsídios para o licenciamento ambiental

Abstract

This study focuses on the environmental perception of the landowners in the municipality of Palmas (TO) in order to build elements for the implementation of environmental licensing in the context of rural properties and, thus, contribute to the conservation of environmental resources. An investigation was done in a phenomenological perspective to implement this purpose. Techniques have been employed for collecting of subjective data, such as questionnaires, interviews and indirect observation, besides of document analysis focused on environmental legislation and geographical characterization of the research area. In general, the main results showed that the perception of the subjects studied in relation to environment and to natural resources of their properties is based mainly on their local experiences, which at times can conflict with the existing environmental laws and the contemporary environmental concerns. The subjects usually unaware of the environmental licensing process and its costs. They require actions from the competent environmental authority, in order to clarify and support the landowners, including financially and technically, to the implementation of that environmental management instrument within their properties.