| Abstract |
The transition to more efficient patterns of production and consumption is one of the main challenges of contemporary times. Circular Economy (CE) proposes to face these challenges, seeking to eliminate waste through recycling, regenerating materials that were previously discarded. Thus, for the reuse of green coconut residues, the shredding of the bark is carried out to remove dust and fiber, which can be used as inputs in the manufacture of various industrial, agricultural, artisanal products and even in the generation of energy. Therefore, it is necessary to establish planned reverse logistics and analyze the respective logistical costs, which is one of the major challenges launched by the EC, as this analysis defines whether the project is economically viable or not. In view of the challenges and opportunities, this study aimed to measure the cost of reverse logistics of green coconut waste and to analyze the feasibility of its reuse. This work is a case study, classified as quali-quantitative, exploratory and descriptive. The logistics cost survey was carried out using the methodology for characterization and estimation of logistics costs, proposed by the Getulio Vargas Foundation's Center for Excellence in Logistics and Supply Chain. As a result, it was identified that the most representative logistics cost was administrative, 79.25% of the total cost. The cost of transportation represented only 0.28%, differently from results found in the national and international literature, which in most cases indicate this as the highest cost. The reverse logistical cost of green coconut fibers was R$ 1.161,22 per ton, and green coconut shell powder was R $ 2.322,44 per ton. The profit obtained from the sale of fibers and powder from the green coconut shell represents a 104.95% return per ton sold, showing that in addition to being sustainable, this is a highly profitable business. |