Electronic Waste Management for Companies in São Paulo

Legislation and Regulations on Electronic Waste in São Paulo

The management of electronic waste in São Paulo is governed by specific regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impacts and promoting sustainability. The National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12,305/2010) establishes guidelines for the integrated management of this waste, reinforced by the National Information System on Solid Waste Management (SINIR), as provided on sinir.gov.br.

At the state level, CETESB regulates and monitors proper handling, ensuring safety and environmental compliance. The CONAMA resolution No. 401/2008 also provides guidance on the management of electronic waste, establishing procedures that must be followed.

Technical Procedures for Proper Handling

Proper waste management involves steps from segregation to forwarding for environmentally appropriate final disposal. Specialized collection processes are essential to prevent soil and water contamination. To optimize electronic waste collection, it is recommended to use specialized services, which can be scheduled at ecobraz.org/pt_BR/eletronicos.

Obsolete equipment and media containing sensitive data should be treated with special care. Secure destruction of hard drives and other media is essential to protect confidential information. Specialized hard drive sanitization services can be scheduled at ecobraz.org/pt_BR/sanitizacao-de-hd.

Environmental Impacts and Benefits of Proper Management

Inadequate storage can release toxic substances such as heavy metals, harming ecosystems and public health. Technical management prevents environmental contamination and contributes to the conservation of natural resources through the reuse and recycling of recoverable materials.

Besides the environmental aspect, efficient electronic waste management results in economic and regulatory benefits, avoiding fines and promoting compliance with current legislation.

Responsibilities and Best Practices

It is essential to implement internal management policies, train teams, and partner with licensed agents for final disposal. Being aligned with federal and state environmental regulations is indispensable to ensuring sustainable and safe management of electronic waste.