The research involved the development of the Industrial Solid Waste Destination Index, formed by 7 sub-index that involve 20 indicators, considering the principles of non-generation, minimization, reuse, recycling, treatment, storage and disposal of waste. The reference that guided the evaluations of Industrial Solid Waste Destination Index was derived from the conduct of research in environmental reports and auditable documents, as well as visits to the industries of automotive, cement, dairy, steel and textiles. The developed Industrial Solid Waste Destination Index has been simulated with real data obtained. In the simulation carried out for the steel industry was obtained Industrial Solid Waste Destination Index summation equal to 0,645 (REGULAR) and Industrial Solid Waste Destination Index product equal to 0,785 (GOOD). The results have been satisfactory in terms of evaluation and support of industrial managers in making their decisions.
industrial solid waste; waste management; indicators and indexes
