Brazil moves firmly towards sustainability: 6 new organisations certified in Zero Waste

The Zero Waste model continues to establish itself as a key tool for business transformation in Latin America, and Brazil is positioning itself as one of the regional leaders in its expansion. We closed the first half of 2025 celebrating an important achievement: six organisations from a range of sectors have obtained Zero Waste Management System certification, joining a circular economy and efficient management of materials and waste.

This progress has been possible thanks to joint work with our strategic partner ZEROS, whose work has been fundamental to the expansion of the model in the country. From adapting the methodology to local reality through to linking up with different Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), ZEROS has allowed more Brazilian companies to access concrete tools for reducing impacts, increasing efficiency and demonstrating their commitment to sustainability.

Organisations certified in the first half of 2025

We congratulate the following organisations on obtaining Zero Waste certification in their respective categories:

• CJ Brasil (Gold Category – ONC Certificação)
  A company dedicated to producing amino acids for animal nutrition from sugar cane. Its focus on advanced biotechnology and efficient waste management was key to obtaining the highest distinction.

• DOF (Norskan Offshore Ltda) (Gold Category – ONC Certificação)
  A provider of maritime support services to the oil and gas sector. It has successfully implemented Zero Waste practices on board its vessels, showing that sustainability also sails the high seas.

• BIG BOX (Silver Category – ATZert ICQ - Brasil)
  A retail chain that has committed to reducing and recovering waste across its stores, showing that commerce can be circular.

• PETRONAS Lubricants International (Gold Category – ATZert ICQ - Brasil)
  Recognised for its focus on R&D and integral environmental management, this global company reaffirms that innovation can also be sustainable.

• Windar Brasil (Silver Category – ATZert ICQ - Brasil)
  A specialist in wind energy components, Windar has shown significant progress in production efficiency and circularity strategies.

• Globokraft (Gold Category – ATZert ICQ - Brasil)
  A packaging and logistics solutions company that stands out for its integrated management of materials and its strong commitment to the circular economy.

These certifications reflect the growing interest of the Brazilian business sector in adopting more responsible production and consumption models, as well as in strengthening their environmental, economic and social performance.

ZEROS and Global Zero Waste: a strategic partnership to transform the present

Since January 2025, the Strategic Partnership between Global Zero Waste and ZEROS has driven the expansion of the Zero Waste Management System in Brazil. This collaboration brings together the technical and methodological experience of two benchmarks of the Zero Waste movement, with the aim of:

• Promoting the adoption of the Zero Waste model in companies of every size and sector.

• Supporting certification processes with an educational, practical approach adapted to the Brazilian context.

• Accelerating the transition towards circular economies in the region.

Thanks to this joint work, Brazil already has more than 21 affiliated organisations and 27 facilities signed up to the Zero Waste Management System, becoming a regional example of environmental commitment.

Join the change

In a context where waste management has become a key factor in business competitiveness, the Zero Waste model offers a clear roadmap for improving operational efficiency, reducing impacts and strengthening corporate reputation.

At Global Zero Waste, we celebrate and recognise the effort of these organisations that stand out today for their environmental leadership. We invite more companies to join this conscious transformation, aligned with the principles of the circular economy and continuous improvement.