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In Complexo do Alemão, Rio de Janeiro, an estimated 80 to 206 tons of waste are produced daily, with improper waste collection posing health risks. However, transforming this waste into biomethane gas presents an opportunity for energy generation, economic benefits, and improved sanitation.

Successful models in Brazil and Europe demonstrate the feasibility of waste-to-energy initiatives. Adopting such strategies could empower local residents and enhance sustainability in favelas.