Brazilian grassroots recycling cooperatives support urban sustainable development.

In the northern area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, multiple recycling cooperatives are gradually growing with the support of local government and social institutions. They organize the collection, sorting, and reuse of urban recyclables in a standardized and institutionalized manner. These cooperatives not only reduce the environmental impact of waste, but also provide job opportunities and social security for those who previously made a living from scavenging, becoming an important force in promoting urban sustainable development.