Why Collectors Help Reduce Electronic Waste

The role of collectors in reducing electronic waste is fundamental for the proper management of electronic waste. These agents contribute to reducing environmental impact by ensuring proper disposal, promoting reuse, recycling, and safe disposal, in accordance with current regulations.

The importance of collectors in electronic waste management

Specialized collectors play a strategic role in the electronic waste management chain. In addition to collecting unusable devices, they collaborate in recovering valuable components, reducing the need for raw material extraction and the amount of waste sent to landfills. This practice is aligned with the National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12,305/2010), which establishes shared responsibilities and encourages recycling.

Compliance with current regulations

Brazilian legislation guides the environmentally appropriate disposal of electronic waste. According to the National System of Information on Solid Waste Management (SINIR), the activities of collectors must follow strict standards to ensure proper treatment and prevent environmental damage. Properly registered collectors ensure traceability, as provided in Decree No. 10,936/2022, making the disposal chain more transparent and secure.

Reduction of environmental impact through recycling and reuse

The work of collectors favors the recovery of recyclable materials found in electronic equipment, such as metals and plastics, preventing soil and water contamination by toxic substances. The reuse of components, when possible, contributes to the reduction of electronic waste generation, making the process more sustainable and aligned with the environmental guidelines of electronic waste management and collection.

Security in the disposal of electronic media

For devices that store sensitive information, such as hard drives, the work of specialized collectors ensures secure and certified data elimination on electronic media. This practice protects corporate and personal data from unauthorized access, in compliance with the best information security practices recommended by the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), as referenced in official documents.

Encouraging the circular economy and sustainable development

By promoting the recycling chain and responsible disposal, collectors stimulate the circular economy, encouraging processes that extend the life cycle of electronic equipment. This action reduces natural resource exploitation and pollutant emissions, meeting the objectives of the National Solid Waste Agenda and the National Solid Waste Plan, consolidating a sustainable business environment.