2021
DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2021.04.005
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Post-consumer plastic packaging waste flow analysis for Brazil: The challenges moving towards a circular economy

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“…In 2015, there were 146 million tonnes (Mt) of plastic packaging manufactured worldwide [26]. Brazil produced 13.9 Mt of plastic packaging in the same period-about 9% of world production [27].…”
Section: Recycling Of Pet Products In Brazilmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…In 2015, there were 146 million tonnes (Mt) of plastic packaging manufactured worldwide [26]. Brazil produced 13.9 Mt of plastic packaging in the same period-about 9% of world production [27].…”
Section: Recycling Of Pet Products In Brazilmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…This scenario sets challenges for Brazil to implement a more circular production system for the plastic packaging chain. Post-consumer plastic packaging waste streams require more attention, especially regarding the socio-productive inclusion of waste pickers [27]. Studies point CE can improve solid waste management by stimulating the developing economies, employing the principles of recovery and recycling [30].…”
Section: Recycling Of Pet Products In Brazilmentioning
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“…Both the advanced disposal technology and the EPR can improve recycling capability. Pincelli et al [31] studied the CEMPRE model used in Brazil and found that incorporating informal waste managers and producers from society into the recycling system can increase the recycling rate. Chifari et al [32] claimed that the cost of the UWRS can be reduced in the following ways in Japan: the recyclable part of the waste is recycled separately, private companies offer their services through tendering, and adjacent municipal departments cooperate with one another.…”
Section: Waste Management Modelmentioning
confidence: 99%