The number of employees in the waste collection, treatment, and disposal activities; materials recovery sector in Brazil is projected to increase steadily from 229,050 in 2024 to 235,360 by 2028. This forecasted growth indicates a year-on-year increase averaging around 0.7%. This upward trend reflects a growing emphasis on sustainability and increasing demands for waste management services. By 2028, the sector will have expanded substantially, building on actual employment figures from 2023.
Looking ahead, major trends to watch out for include technological advancements in waste management, regulatory changes emphasizing sustainability, and shifts towards circular economy practices, all of which may further drive employment growth in this sector.
