Reducing emissions in electronics: metrics for government reports with Ecobraz

Introduction

Technological advances are driving an increase in the use of electronic devices, raising the importance of environmental management in the sector. Reducing emissions related to the manufacture, use and disposal of electronics is key to meeting regulatory requirements and contributing to sustainability.

Brazilian Regulatory Context

The national regulatory framework, including the Law No. 14.126/2021, establishes the parameters for the management of electronic waste, with a focus on shared responsibility and targets for reducing environmental impacts. The National Solid Waste Management Information System (SINIR) assists in the quantitative and qualitative monitoring of this waste, which is essential for government reports.

Metrics for Government Reports

For environmental reports to be completed correctly, the adoption of precise metrics is crucial. These include:

• Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions: Measures in CO2 equivalent (CO2e), according to the methodology of the MTR-SINIR.
• Reuse and Recycling Rate: Percentage of materials reused and recycled compared to the total discarded.
• Quantity of Properly Treated Waste: Correct disposal report, including certified processing.
• Energy Consumption Reduction: Evaluation of the energy efficiency of processes related to the life cycle of electronic devices.

Good Practices Supported by Ecobraz

Ecobraz offers certified solutions that directly contribute to the reduction of emissions linked to electronics. Among its services is the correct collection of electronic waste, which ensures the environmentally appropriate disposal of discarded devices.

In addition, the safe disposal of media and hard drives is essential to ensure information security, avoiding irregular disposal that can cause emissions of toxic substances.

Importance of Transparency and Compliance

Compliance with environmental standards according to the CETESB and official guidelines is imperative to mitigate legal risks and environmental impacts. The documentation integrated with the metrics allows for the generation of robust reports, facilitating audits and promoting the trust of government bodies.

Final Considerations

Observing technical and legal parameters for reducing emissions in electronics is a requirement and an environmental commitment. Using appropriate metrics and relying on specialized partners such as Ecobraz promotes efficiency in government reporting and contributes to the sustainability of the sector.