FAQ

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About Bem Verde

Who is Bem Verde Ambiental?

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Bem Verde Ambiental is a waste management and reverse logistics company. It is part of Grupo Urca Energia, an investment holding that transforms environmental liabilities into renewable energy, reduces CO₂ emissions, and supports companies on their journey toward Net Zero.

What does Bem Verde Ambiental do?

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Bem Verde operates on four fronts: waste collection, waste sorting and management, reverse logistics, and environmental credits.

Who can benefit from these solutions?

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Companies and industries seeking the right destination for their waste, municipalities that need solutions for urban waste, and landfills looking for greater efficiency and better management.

Selective collection (exclusive to the city of Rio de Janeiro)

Does Bem Verde carry out waste collection?

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Yes. Bem Verde collects waste with environmentally correct disposal, ensuring traceability at every stage of the process.

In which regions is collection available?

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The collection service is available exclusively in the city of Rio de Janeiro. In other regions, Bem Verde operates with waste management, sorting, and disposal solutions.

What types of waste can be collected?

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Collection covers recyclable and organic waste. Materials such as paper, plastic, metal, and glass can be recycled, as long as they are clean and properly separated. Other waste is sent to the most suitable destination, such as landfills or composting.

Who needs to hire the collection service?

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Companies and establishments located in the city of Rio de Janeiro that generate more than 60 kg of waste per day are required by law to ensure proper disposal. The service is ideal for condominiums, restaurants, schools, supermarkets, hotels, and other businesses with recurring waste generation.

How does Bem Verde's collection work?

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The process is simple: your company separates recyclables and organics, and Bem Verde takes care of the rest. Collection is carried out on scheduled days, with our own team and fleet. The waste then goes through sorting and is sent to the correct destination, with monitoring at every stage.

What proof documents does my company receive?

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At the end of each collection, your company receives the MTR (Waste Transport Manifest), which proves the movement of waste to its final destination, as well as the Selo Lixo do Bem seal, which certifies the environmental commitment of the operation.

How do I hire the collection service?

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Hiring is simple: just contact Bem Verde to schedule the collection and define the most suitable operation for your company.

Does Bem Verde do selective collection in condominiums and streets?

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Yes. Bem Verde also carries out selective collection in condominiums and serviced areas in Rio de Janeiro, encouraging the correct separation of recyclables and increasing the reuse of materials.

Other solutions and services

What is mechanized waste sorting?

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It is a process carried out with patented, green-certified equipment that sorts urban waste efficiently and at scale. The solution is ideal for city halls, transfer stations, and landfills, and ensures proper disposal in accordance with the National Solid Waste Plan.

What does the industrial and commercial waste treatment and management area do?

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This area treats companies' waste to ensure compliance with legislation, support ESG goals, and generate value — whether through reuse in the production chain, the sale of recyclables, or the generation of renewable energy.

What does the reverse logistics solution deliver?

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Reverse logistics allows waste such as glass, metal, plastic, and cardboard to return to the production chain as raw material, reducing the need for new resources and the generation of waste.

What are environmental credits?

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They are instruments that allow companies to offset and demonstrate sustainability goals. In addition to carbon credits, Bem Verde issues plastic and reverse logistics credits, aligned with the principles of the circular economy.

Waste management

Why treat waste?

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Every year, around 2 billion tons of solid waste are generated worldwide, but only a portion receives proper treatment. The rest can contaminate soil, water, and air, as well as create risks to public health and the environment.

What is the National Solid Waste Plan?

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Established by Decree No. 11,043/2022, the plan sets guidelines for the proper treatment of waste in Brazil. Its objectives include ending open dumps and increasing waste recovery over the coming years.

What are the advantages of treating waste?

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Proper treatment reduces environmental impacts, optimizes the use of natural resources, and ensures legal compliance. It also contributes to goals such as zero waste, extends the lifespan of landfills, and can generate economic value through recycling and energy generation, while promoting positive social impacts.