Gestão pública ambiental na Paraíba: um olhar a partir da Superintendência de Administração do Meio Ambiente (SUDEMA)

Abstract

This study analyzes the performance of public environmental management in the state of Paraíba, focusing on the Superintendency of Environmental Administration (SUDEMA), the body responsible for implementing environmental policies at the state level. The research is based on a qualitative and descriptive approach, combining bibliographic and documentary analysis with data collection through interviews with strategic sectors of the institution, such as the Environmental Education Coordination (CEDA) and the Environmental Measurements Coordination (CMA). The theoretical framework encompasses the National Environmental Policy, environmental licensing, and the concept of multi-scalar environmental governance, highlighting the importance of articulation between different levels of government and social actors. The results show that SUDEMA plays a central role in environmental management through instruments such as licensing, inspection, environmental monitoring, and environmental education actions, contributing to the promotion of sustainable development. However, challenges related to resource limitations, bureaucratic obstacles, and difficulties in institutional articulation were also identified, impacting the efficiency of public environmental policies. It is concluded that institutional strengthening, increased social participation, and integration among different actors are fundamental elements for improving environmental governance and ensuring the effectiveness of actions aimed at protecting natural resources in the state.