Ecobraz proposes international coalition to manage e-waste in developing countries

The rapid growth in the use of electronic equipment in developing countries intensifies the challenges of e-waste management, requiring internationally coordinated actions. Ecobraz proposes a global coalition to strengthen sustainable practices and compliance with current legislation on electronic waste.

Context and need for international coalition

Developing countries face a high generation of electronic waste due to the growing demand for technological devices, without adequate infrastructure for management. According to data from the National Solid Waste Management Information System (SINIR), the incorrect handling of this e-waste results in severe environmental impacts and risks to human health, as well as the loss of valuable raw materials.

Law No. 12.305/2010, which establishes the National Solid Waste Policy (PNRS), determines shared responsibility for the life cycle of electrical and electronic products. However, effective implementation comes up against structural and technical limitations in developing countries.

Ecobraz's proposal: a coalition for efficiency and safety

The Ecobraz proposes the formation of an international coalition that brings together governments, the public and private sectors, and technical entities with a focus on standardization, technology and reverse logistics. The aim is to improve e-waste collection processes through integrated solutions and the sharing of best practices.
Its model is based on meeting national and international regulations, ensuring compliance at all stages of e-waste management.

The importance of the safe disposal of digital media, such as hard drives, which requires standardized technical procedures and traceability to protect sensitive data, in accordance with national digital regulations, is highlighted.

Expected impacts and legal alignment

With the coalition, developing countries will be able to increase their installed capacity for reverse logistics and the reuse of components, reducing environmental impacts and promoting a circular economy.
The PNRS (Law no. 12.305/2010) is the main legal framework supporting these initiatives, in addition to municipal solid waste management plans that must include specific targets for electrical and electronic waste.

For scientific and technical support, references such as the Companhia Ambiental do Estado de São Paulo (CETESB) and studies by Ministry of the Environment consolidate recommendations in line with sustainable standards.

How to guarantee the effectiveness of sustainable management

To guarantee the efficiency of e-waste management, specialized scheduling in electronic waste collection is fundamental. These processes ensure proper handling, transport and final disposal.

In addition, the safe disposal of digital information can be carried out via hard drive sanitization, a practice that ensures compliance and safety in the destruction of sensitive data, minimizing legal and operational risks.

Conclusion

The international coalition proposed by Ecobraz will bring structure and technology to the sustainable management of e-waste in developing countries, supported by the solid legal foundations of the PNRS. Integration between different sectors and the application of standardized technical processes will be decisive in mitigating environmental impacts and ensuring compliance with socio-environmental responsibilities.

The international coalition proposed by Ecobraz will bring structure to sustainable e-waste management in developing countries, supported by the solid legal foundations of PNRS.