Recycling of Telephone Cables in São Paulo

The recycling of telephone cables in São Paulo is essential for the proper management of electronic waste, contributing to environmental sustainability and legal compliance as established by the National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12,305/2010). The reuse of recovered materials reduces environmental impact and promotes the circular economy.

Applicable Legislation and Regulations

The National Solid Waste Policy, established by Law No. 12,305/2010 (planalto.gov.br), sets guidelines for waste management, including electronic waste such as telephone cables. CONAMA Resolution No. 401/2008 also guides the management of construction and bulky waste, which may include parts of obsolete telephone installations.

Importance of Proper Collection and Disposal

Selective collection of telephone cables is fundamental to avoid illegal disposal that can cause soil and water contamination from the plastic and metallic materials present. For safe and proper disposal of electronic material, specialized electronic waste selective collection services are used, available for scheduling in São Paulo (scheduling).

Recycling Process

The process begins with sorting, where telephone cables are separated according to the type and composition of materials. The copper wire, the main metallic component, is removed and sent for smelting, while the plastic parts are recycled or sent for energy recovery, following CETESB’s criteria (cetesb.sp.gov.br).

Plastic materials must meet environmental safety requirements for reuse and to prevent the release of toxic agents. Proper separation of materials ensures efficiency in reuse and significantly contributes to reducing environmental impacts.

Data Security in Destruction of Associated Devices

In cases where telephone cables are associated with equipment that stores sensitive data, secure sanitization of devices such as hard drives is essential, following strict technical protocols to ensure information protection. Scheduling for safe disposal can be done through specialized services (electronics scheduling).

Contributions to Sustainable Development

Recycling telephone cables integrates policies of circular economy and sustainability, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Encouraging proper disposal and recycling helps reduce raw material extraction and minimizes environmental impacts associated with improper disposal.