A reciclagem do aço como alternativa da minimização do impacto ambiental e social: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

This study aimed to understand how steel recycling can help reduce environmental and social impacts, showing that it is possible to combine economic development with environmental responsibility. The research was conducted through a literature review that gathered ten studies published between 2018 and 2025, selected based on relevance, timeliness, and scientific consistency. The results show that recycling steel helps reduce the extraction of natural resources, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions, achieving energy savings of over 30% and emission reductions of up to 58%. In addition to environmental benefits, recycling also generates jobs, promotes social inclusion, and strengthens cooperatives and small production chains. Despite these advances, there are still challenges such as the lack of adequate infrastructure, informality in the scrap market, and the need for greater awareness regarding material reuse. It is concluded that investing in steel recycling means supporting a fairer, more efficient, and sustainable production model capable of balancing economic progress, environmental preservation, and social development.