Análise do contributo da educação ambiental no desempenho ambiental da Empresa Ges20 Lda

Abstract

The present study aims to analyze the contribution of Environmental Education (EE) to the organization’s environmental performance, based on indicators and the importance of Environmental Performance (EP) within the organization. To achieve this objective, a mixed methodological approach was adopted, combining qualitative and quantitative techniques, allowing for a more in-depth analysis of managers’ and employees’ perceptions regarding the influence of environmental education on the company’s environmental practices. The data collection instruments included semi- structured interviews conducted with the production and administrative managers, questionnaires administered to 63 employees, as well as direct observation of the company and its internal documents. The sample consisted of 63 employees, representing 84% of the total 75 company staff members, ensuring a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error. For data analysis and interpretation, the content analysis technique and triangulation were used for qualitative data, while quantitative data were processed with the aid of Microsoft Office Excel to create charts that summarized the collected information. The results indicate that 90% of respondents stated that the company Ges20 Lda implements relevant environmental practices for monitoring its environmental performance, particularly the separation and recycling of waste, as well as the reduction in the use of plastics and disposable materials. Actions such as training and education in environmental practices at work, and campaigns promoting waste separation and recycling, reflect the positive impact of environmental education on promoting sustainability and the continuous improvement of the organization’s environmental performance