Reuse of Polychloride of Vinyl (PVC) for the production of synthetic matapi in a rural community of Igarapé-Miri, Pará, Amazônia

This research aimed to reuse polychloride of Vinyl (PVC) pipes for the production of synthetic Matapi in a rural community in the municipality of Igarapé-Miri, Pará, Amazônia. To make it, the following materials were used: PVC pipes; rope; nylon; an aluminum cooler tube (freezer) and styrofoam. The results indicate that the synthetic Matapi, made in the molds of the traditional matapi, proved to be quite efficient in catching the fish and among its numerous advantages it is that one of them is in the impermeability and resistance of its strips in the water, proving its efficiency and usefulness. With this work it was possible to present an environmentally correct solution for the final destination of PVC pipes that were disposed of inadequately. The result of this experience, however, may serve as an example for local communities, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), municipalities and schools that find in discarded PVC and other solid waste, an opportunity to raise awareness, conserve the environment, enable income generation, and build local development strategies.