Aproximación a las necesidades energéticas del territorio: análisis de flujos de materias y energía -metabolismo territorial- para la sostenibilidad y el buen vivir en la zona 6: Azuay, Cañar y Morona Santiago

Abstract

Spatial planning as an instrument of public policy to regulate land uses and activities over the territory and It is a valuable tool for future sustainability; however who prepare these plans in our country (Ecuador) usually are limited in developing proposals from mechanical analysis (physical environment, population and its activities, relationship channels and infrastructure, population, institutions and regulatory framework) forward without integrating territorial system and forecasting and metabolic balance of matter and energy that keeps the population with its territory aspects.

In this context, this paper takes a comprehensive approach that addresses important aspects of metabolism planning in the zone 6. The total estimated energy flows of the population for food, housing and mobility are discussed; and water requirements and the generation of the following effluent: solid waste, wastewater and emissions into the atmosphere fleet.

The results of analysis show interesting contributions on self-reliance and degree of internal and external dependence in the zone 6. They have detected very important issues in ensuring food security and sovereignty of the population; as well as shortcomings in the proper utilization of resources.

For the significance of the issues and their results, it is recommended that the entities responsible for spatial planning considered essential treatment; and, together with universities and other actors deepen the details of the problems identified, develop actions to refine the proposals and existing strategies and planning can improve the path to the good life .