In 2023, the waste treatment and disposal sector in Brazil employed approximately 15,57 thousand persons. Forecasts indicate steady growth in employment from 2024 to 2028: a 2.57% increase in 2025, 2.50% in 2026, 2.32% in 2027, and 2.27% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is around 2.42%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements driving efficiency, regulatory changes impacting employment dynamics, and increased focus on sustainability and waste management innovations that may further influence sector growth.
