The destruction of the planet, our "only home," needs to stop.
Every year, according to the United Nations, 2 billion tons of solid waste are generated, but only 33% are properly treated. The rest ends up on streets, in rivers, and in the oceans.
Untreated waste contaminates water, soil, and air; poisons animals; causes fires (from decomposing gases); spreads diseases; and worsens social vulnerability. If you haven’t started taking action yet, the time is now.
Toward zero waste
In addition to caring for the planet, the National Solid Waste Plan, established by Decree No. 11,043 on April 13, 2022, mandates that public and private companies properly manage waste. The goal is to eliminate landfills and increase waste recovery to about 50% within 20 years.
Only 4% of urban solid waste is recycled in Brazil
Only 32% of Brazilian municipalities claim to give waste the proper destination
A total of 40% of collected solid waste is sent to areas with high pollution potential
More than 2,000 open dumps are still active and scattered across Brazil
Waste is one of the greatest environmental challenges, but it can also be a valuable asset with many benefits when properly managed. Here are some key advantages:
Environmental protection.
Reduction of natural resource usage in production processes.
Compliance with the National Solid Waste Plan and the Zero Landfill Program.
Job creation in socially vulnerable areas.
Proper treatment of economically viable waste.
Extension of sanitary landfill lifespan, avoiding new environmental licensing.
We do this because we believe waste can be a valuable asset to preserve lives, protect the environment, and transform businesses.