Waste management has undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by technological innovations aimed at enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and minimizing environmental impacts. This advancement is due to the growing concern for sustainability and the need for more effective solutions to handle the increasing waste generation. In 2025, seven technologies
Understanding the Law Law No. 15,088, dated January 6, 2025, which established the National Solid Waste Policy, represents a significant advancement by prohibiting the importation of solid waste into Brazil. This decision encompasses any discarded or deemed unusable material that may pose environmental or public health risks. With this measure,
Managing waste properly is essential for companies, industries, clinics, and hospitals. In addition to ensuring compliance with legislation, it reduces environmental impacts and avoids fines and legal issues. Below, we provide practical tips and clear explanations to help you avoid complications with waste. 1. Know the Types of Waste Generated
Energy recovery from waste (or WtE, Waste-to-Energy) is an innovative solution that combines sustainable waste management with energy generation. This process involves converting urban, industrial, or agricultural solid waste—which would otherwise be discarded in landfills—into usable heat, electricity, or fuel. This concept reduces the amount of accumulated waste and contributes
The circular economy is a concept that has gained prominence in recent years due to its innovative and sustainable approach to managing resources and waste. Unlike the traditional linear economy model—which involves resource extraction, production, use, and disposal—the circular economy proposes a continuous cycle of reuse, recycling, and regeneration of
Companies that utilize chemical products in their operations generate hazardous waste requiring special treatment. Mismanagement of such waste poses serious risks to human health and the environment. Let’s explore the dangers of chemical waste, the regulations governing its disposal, and how businesses can ensure proper separation and storage to prevent