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Viability analysis of a plastic waste business unit: assessing economic returns and environmental impact
Authors:
Marcelo david ordoñez silva , Del Pozo Durango Rodrigo Humberto, MsC , Vallejo Ballesteros Henry Fernando, MsC , Carrión Buenaño Darwin Paúl, MsCKeywords
Circular economy, Financial feasibility, PET material, Plastic bottles, Solid waste.. ,Abstract
The economic and environmental viability of a plastic waste business unit was assessed. The monthly historical value of plastic recycling industries in Guaranda canton was used to project supply and demand for the next five years. The results showed an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 0.67, surpassing the initial discount rate of 0.1433 and the Minimum Acceptable Rate (MAR) of 22% set by financial institutions. It is concluded that the project is viable, with a return of $0.46 per dollar invested, representing a business opportunity and a potential source of direct and indirect employment.