Aplicación multiplataforma para el tratamiento de información de la economía circular del sector de aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos

Abstract

Ecuador faces a critical challenge in electronic waste management, lacking a national system for accurate registration of collected, treated, and recycled WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). This deficiency hinders traceability and efficient management, preventing adequate identification, collection, and recycling processes. Inadequate infrastructure prevents efficient recovery of valuable materials, while companies and consumers lack information about proper disposal, causing accumulation in landfills. This research implements a multiplatform information management system to improve traceability and efficiency in WEEE management within institutions affiliated with the I+D+i 2024 DIDE-UTA project in Ambato Canton. A quantitative methodology with applied approach was adopted, combining bibliographic and field research. The study involved personnel from Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Ambato Canton Municipality, and Instituto Superior Tecnológico Tungurahua. Data collection employed structured surveys with Likert scales to capture perceptions about WEEE traceability, system accessibility, and technical implementation barriers. The solution integrates UML modeling, multiplatform frameworks, and database management to create a system enabling WEEE registration, classification, and report generation. The system promotes circular economy principles adapted to the Ecuadorian context, optimizing resource recovery and minimizing environmental impact. Implementation improves sustainability and operational efficiency in WEEE management within Ambato Canton, contributing to Ecuador's environmental objectives.