The “Volta” initiative refunds 10 cents to those who deposit plastic and metal packaging into the system, which the Minister of Environment hopes will help meet national and European recycling targets.
Compensation for packaging is "one of the largest projects in the country"
Wednesday, 4 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
