A Case Study: Risk Mapping of Contamination from Fish Industry Waste in the Marine-Coastal Zone of the Santa Rosa District, Peru, Using Remote Sensing Tools

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https://doi.org/10.18226/25253824.v10.n15.09

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Marine pollution, fishery waste, monitoring, remote sensing tools

Abstract

Anthropogenic contamination in marine-coastal ecosystems remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges globally. In Peru, despite the significant presence of fish processing activities, there is a lack of comprehensive assessments regarding the generation and management of solid waste from this sector. This study focuses on the Santa Rosa District in the Lambayeque region, analyzing the risk of contamination caused by fish industry waste discharged into the Pacific Ocean through Drain 4000, covering an area of approximately 16 km². Utilizing 455 Sentinel-2 L2A satellite images from 2018 to 2023 and remote sensing techniques integrated with GIS tools, we developed contamination risk maps that highlight the most vulnerable zones. The combination of these technologies enables a spatially detailed, timely, and cost-effective method for environmental monitoring. Results indicate that the areas surrounding the fish processing facilities in Santa Rosa are at high risk of contamination, posing serious ecological and socio-economic threats. These insights provide a foundation for targeted environmental policies and improved waste management strategies in the region

Author Biographies

Hoyos-Alayo Walter Manuel, Universidad Tecnológica del Perú

Chemical Engineer with a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering and more than 10 years of professional experience and 3 years in university teaching; with knowledge in: (1) Water and effluent treatments, (2) management of budgets and work plans, (3) knowledge and use of academic virtual platforms for research management (e.g., bibliographic managers, statistical software, Vos Viewer, Bibliometrix, etc.).

Ramirez-Juidias Emilio, Universidad de Sevilla

Tenured lecturer at University of Seville.
PhD, Msc in Water Engineering, Msc in Astronomy and Astrophysic, Agricultural Engineering.
Member of the University Institute of Architecture and Sciences of the Construction (Seville) from 2012

Amaro-Mellado Jose Lazaro, Universidad de Sevilla

Associate Professor at the University of Seville since April 2011. He holds a Doctorate in Architecture from the University of Seville. He holds a Master's degree in Geodesy and Cartography and a Technician in Topography from the University of Jaén.

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2026-05-04

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Leiva Piedra, J. L., Hoyos Alayo, W. M., Ramirez Juidias, E., & Amaro Mellado, J. L. (2026). A Case Study: Risk Mapping of Contamination from Fish Industry Waste in the Marine-Coastal Zone of the Santa Rosa District, Peru, Using Remote Sensing Tools. Revista Interdisciplinar De Ciência Aplicada, 10(15), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.18226/25253824.v10.n15.09

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Vol. 10 No. 15 (2026): Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Science

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