Embalagens descartáveis na indústria automotiva: análise do ciclo de vida para redução de resíduos sólidos

Abstract

Statistics show that a truckload of secondary raw materials is dumped into the oceans every minute and that 2.24 billion tons of solid waste are generated on our planet every year. According to ANFAVEA (National Association of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers), 2,324,838 vehicles will be produced in Brazil in 2023, including small cars, trucks and buses. It is impossible to ignore the impact of this type of industrial activity on the environment. An important impact, for example, is the use of disposable packaging for the transportation of parts used in production. For this reason, the work focused on disposable packaging and accessories, especially wooden pallets, as they generate a large amount of solid waste once they are disposed of. In terms of objectives, the study was classified as exploratory. It is based on scientific knowledge and relies on observation, analysis and data interpretation. The methods of data collection were bibliographic research and a case study. Using life cycle assessment and OpenLCA software, the environmental impact of wooden pallets was calculated and a plan was drawn up with alternatives for reducing these pallets and the associated impact. This working model can be transferred to the automotive industry or other types of factories that have a similar supply chain to the case study company.