Práticas de sustentabilidade ambiental do restaurante da Universidade Federal da Fronteira Sul Campus Laranjeiras do Sul

Abstract

This research addressed sustainability practices in the University Restaurant (RU) of the Federal University of Fronteira Sul (UFFS) Campus Laranjeiras do Sul, using the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) model as a reference to contextualize sustainability practices in relation to institutional documents. The research problem focused on characterizing these sustainability practices in light of the guiding documents, with specific objectives of describing the guidelines present in the documents, verifying sustainable practices in the UK, understanding the motivations of these practices and analyzing their alignment with the documents . The theoretical framework highlighted the importance of TBL as a comprehensive approach to evaluating organizational performance in environmental, social and economic dimensions, aligning with the promotion of sustainable development. Regarding methodology, the research adopted a qualitative approach, using content analysis and data triangulation through documentary sources, interviews, questionnaires and participant observation. The case study was the method chosen to deepen the understanding of sustainable practices in the UK context. The main results revealed considerable alignment between RU practices and guiding documents, highlighting the relevance of RU in promoting sustainability in the academic community. Social contributions were identified, including awareness and education on environmental and social issues, community engagement, good practices for other institutions, encouragement of institutional policies and promotion of sustainable lifestyles. Some limitations were identified, such as the dependence on subjective responses and the need to consider cultural diversity. Suggestions for future studies include expanding the research to other UFFS Campuses and a more detailed analysis of the economic impact of sustainable practices in the UK. The research contributed theoretically by contextualizing sustainable practices in a university environment and offered practical information to strengthen sustainable management in the UK on the UFFS Campus Laranjeiras do Sul.