Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
At a time when nuclear technology is expanding globally in various areas – health, environment, agriculture, industry, culture, and energy generation – the Brazilian nuclear sector faces critical challenges. The country’s ability to meet these demands is questioned, especially in Read More …
The National Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) of Brazil has recently released an updated edition of its document addressing nutritional labeling, titled “Questions and Answers on Nutritional Labeling.” This document aims to clarify the new regulatory requirements and ensure that food Read More …
The Brazilian National Agency for Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has authorized the commercialization of maritime fuel containing biodiesel. This initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable energy use in the maritime sector. Testing and Results Between Read More …
The National Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) has taken a significant step towards modernizing healthcare information by approving a pilot project for digital medication leaflets. This initiative aims to enhance patient access to medication information while ensuring accuracy and convenience. Key Read More …
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) has launched an innovative digital platform called “Inmetro na Palma da Mão” (Inmetro in the Palm of Your Hand). Developed in collaboration with the National Mint of Brazil, this platform aims Read More …
The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) in Brazil has launched an innovative strategy to evaluate the annual impact of the MOVER Program, which aims to stimulate investments in innovation and enhance the requirements for decarbonizing Brazil’s automotive fleet. Read More …
The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply (MAPA) has recently set forth new directives under Ordinance SDA/Mapa No. 1136, to enchance the reworking, revalidation, and reprocessing of chemical products within the agricultural sector. The guidelines encompass procedures and standards that Read More …
The Brazilian Ministry of Transport has introduced a policy requiring sustainability in road concessions. The new ordinance, published on July 1, 2024, mandates that at least 1% of the gross revenue from these contracts be allocated towards developing sustainable infrastructure. Read More …
Brazil’s National Association of The Industry of Safety Material and Protection at Work (Animaseg) took decisive action by issuing extrajudicial notifications to major e-commerce platforms Amazon, Magalu, and Mercado Livre. These platforms were found to be selling Personal Protective Equipment Read More …
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) has successfully reintroduced the Great Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) into the Atlantic Forest in southern Bahia. This initiative, part of a broader conservation effort, aims to restore the population of this iconic Read More …