Logística reversa e reciclagem do vidro no Brasil: estudo de caso e análise pelo método PRISMA de revisão sistemática

Abstract

Glass is a fully recyclable material; however, its recycling process in Brazil faces significant challenges. Furthermore, its recycling results in new packaging, contributing to sustainability and reducing urban collection costs and pressure on landfills. This study aims to analyze reverse logistics and glass recycling in Brazil, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for strengthening the circular economy. A dual approach was adopted, consisting of a systematic literature review based on the PRISMA protocol and a case study using operational data from a glass processing and beneficiation company, located in Juiz de Fora (MG). The methodology allowed for identifying operational, logistical, and technological barriers that hinder the effectiveness of recycling systems, while also enabling the practical analysis of glass collection, sorting, and processing from 2021 to 2024. The results show that, despite glass being 100% recyclable with high environmental potential, deficiencies in collection infrastructure, stakeholder integration, and public policies hinder its recovery. The study concludes that investments in sorting technologies, strengthening waste picker cooperatives, and improving regulatory guidelines are essential for enabling a more efficient and sustainable reverse logistics system.