From Carbon to Circularity: Ecobraz's Global Plan

Ecobraz's global plan directs the sustainable transformation of business operations, from the reduction of carbon emissions to the adoption of circular economy models, in line with Brazilian and international standards. This article covers the processes, legislation applied and efficient solutions for the responsible handling of electronic waste and the safe sanitization of digital media.

Introduction to Corporate Sustainability and Carbon Reduction

The mitigation of environmental impact is a priority for the ESG and EHS areas. Ecobraz's Global Plan proposes objective strategies for minimizing the carbon footprint, based on data and standards, such as the National Policy on Climate Change (Law No. 12.187/2009) and the Paris Agreement.

Structured in phases, the plan aims to continuously audit emissions associated with production processes, logistics and the life cycle of products, encouraging the use of renewable sources and energy efficiency.

Applied Circular Economy: From Collection to Reuse

The concept of circularity in the plan emphasizes extending the useful cycle of materials, reducing the extraction of natural resources and the volume of waste destined for landfills. In accordance with the National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12.305/2010), the implementation of integrated management systems is mandatory.

Fundamental in this context is the selective and reverse collection of electronic waste, which promotes the recovery of valuable components and the correct environmentally appropriate disposal of devices.

Technology and Security in the Sanitization of Digital Media

Information security goes hand in hand with sustainability through the proper sanitization of storage devices. The safe sanitization of digital media prevents the leakage of corporate data while ensuring the efficient recycling or disposal of these devices.

Advanced technical procedures respect guidelines such as those present in the standards of the National Institute of Information Technology (nit.br) and international guides from NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology).

Compliance and Current Legislation

The Global Plan integrates explicit legal requirements from government bodies such as CETESB and SINIR, ensuring compliance with environmental obligations and avoiding penalties. The plan's subsidiary organization relies on consolidated legislation, for example Decree No. 10.936/2022, which regulates the reverse logistics of electrical and electronic equipment and waste.

Organizational Impact and Ongoing Commitment

For decision-makers in areas responsible for ESG, procurement, IT and legal, the plan offers refined methodologies that reinforce corporate social responsibility and promote effective sustainability.

Constant monitoring, combined with innovation and team engagement, supports continuous progress towards carbon neutrality and the circular economy, positioning the participating entities in a competitive and environmental spotlight.

Official sources consulted:

• Lei nº 12.187/2009 - Política Nacional sobre Mudança do Clima
• Lei nº 12.305/2010 - National Solid Waste Policy
• National Solid Waste Management Information System (SINIR)
• CETESB - Companhia Ambiental do Estado de São Paulo
• Ecobraz - Responsible Collection of Electronic Waste
• Ecobraz - Safe Sanitization of Digital Media
• NIST Special Publication 800-88 Revision 1 - Guidelines for Media Sanitization
• Decree No. 10.936/2022 - Reverse Logistics for Electronic Equipment and Waste