What causes open dumps, like in the Atacama Desert?
Although we now understand that open dumps are a danger to the environment and surrounding communities, we still see few actions to address this issue. What causes open dumps like the one in the Atacama Desert, Chile, which receives branded clothes from other countries? What are open dumps? Open dumps are places where discarded waste […]
How Urban Solid Waste Management Works in Brazil
Urban solid waste management in Brazil is the responsibility of municipalities, which contract companies to handle the collection of materials, transportation, and final disposal, which must be done in a sanitary landfill. Usually, these steps are carried out by the same company. These service providers for urban solid waste management are approved through public tenders, […]
Landfill, controlled landfill, sanitary landfill, and ecopark, what’s the difference?
Every Brazilian citizen has the right to basic sanitation, including waste management, but not everyone has access to the service, or when they do, it is ineffective and causes negative socio-environmental impact. Therefore, to ensure these rights, it is essential to understand the difference between a landfill, a controlled landfill, a sanitary landfill, and an […]
Orizon (ORVR3): 3Q24 Results
Source: Expert XP by Vladimir Pinto and Bruno Vidal – 11/14/2024 Orizon reported positive 3Q24 results, with an adjusted EBITDA of R$ 132 million, aligning with our estimates. During the quarter, the company sold carbon credits, generating additional revenues of R$ 37.4 million. This, coupled with growth in the waste management business, explains the positive YoY […]
