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One such initiative is the installation of a new vertical baler at Coopama, a waste cooperative supported by BVRio through the \u2018Cooperate to Recycle\u2019 project, with funding from Petrobras\u2019 socio-environmental programme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Rio de Janeiro, Coopama plays an important role in inclusive recycling in the metropolitan region. The new equipment is essential for compacting materials such as cardboard, PET bottles and plastic film, an upgrade that improves operational efficiency, bale quality, and, most importantly, safer working conditions for cooperative members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pedro Succar, BVRio circular economy specialist, and project manager, explained: \u201cThis type of equipment directly enhances the social additionality of recycling initiatives. It improves working conditions, reduces physical strain, and promotes safer, more dignified labour for waste workers. This is what an inclusive circular economy means in practice.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the installation, technical training was carried out with selected cooperative members. The session, led by the equipment manufacturer\u2019s representative, focused on safe operation, maintenance routines and proper material handling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carlos Nascimento, a waste picker and Coopama\u2019s member for six years, participated in the training: \u201cSeeing this machine being installed with care and then working perfectly fills us with pride. It\u2019s a real improvement in our daily work. We\u2019ve already baled cardboard, PET and plastic film, and everyone liked it.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The new vertical baler also includes advanced safety mechanisms, helping prevent accidents and supporting a culture of care and professionalism within the cooperative. It is one of several improvements delivered by the project, which combines infrastructure upgrades, ongoing training and income generation strategies to strengthen the role of waste pickers in Brazil\u2019s circular economy.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As part of its efforts to strengthen inclusive waste recovery solutions in Brazil, BVRio is supporting cooperatives with targeted infrastructure improvements and training. One such initiative is the installation of a new vertical baler at Coopama, a waste cooperative supported by BVRio through the \u2018Cooperate to Recycle\u2019 project, with funding from Petrobras\u2019 socio-environmental programme. 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