Norte Energia adopts appropriate waste management, prioritizing prevention, reuse and circularity in the value chain. Learn how these principles are applied in our operations:
Prevention and Management Measures
We take proactive measures to minimize waste production and manage its impacts:
- Adoption of sustainable practices and responsible purchasing;
- Implementation of internal reuse programs and process optimization to reduce waste generation;
- Hiring specialized companies for collection and final disposal, which guarantees compliance with environmental criteria; and
- Reusing materials whenever possible, which contributes to reducing waste and conserving resources.
Commitment to transparency
Solid waste management at the Belo Monte HPP is carried out by a third-party company selected through a process that assesses its experience, technical qualifications and commitment to sustainability, in accordance with internal procedure (Work Instruction – IT-PR-311): “Segregation, storage and disposal of waste”. The contracted company is regularly monitored and evaluated, which ensures that all activities are in compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
The contracted company provides waste storage equipment at the necessary points. It also provides adequate and qualified labor and logistics to ensure continuous service at the points determined throughout the agreement.
In addition to collections, the executor is responsible for operating the waste center, where the following activities are planned: waste sorting, temporary storage of class I and II waste, organization of the area and final disposal in the sanitary landfill.
There is also control over the receipt of Disposal and Destruction Certificates, when applicable. All waste generated is controlled and monitored through specific documents. These documents will be registered and will provide full support for system control.
Final Destination Technologies
The contracted company uses various final disposal technologies, such as landfill, recycling, incineration and other recovery operations. The choice of technology is made based on technical, legal and economic viability criteria, which guarantees adequate waste treatment.
Solid Waste Management Plan (RMP)
We have an RMP that covers all stages of the process, from segregation at source to transportation and final disposal of waste. This plan is essential to ensure that all activities are carried out in an environmentally correct manner.
Ongoing Results and Commitment
Responsible waste management at the Belo Monte HPP showed positive progress in 2023, in most of the categories mentioned.