These guidelines take into account the best available regulations, technologies and management practices.
Member States of the European Union are now required to separately collect and treat bio-waste since the beginning of 2024. However, we still see countries and regions falling behind in implementing efficient management concepts, especially for kitchen waste, as shown by low capture rates.
The guidelines have been prepared with the intention of providing support to local authorities and waste managers who may be at the beginning of their journey in the management of bio-waste, which represents a significant portion of municipal solid waste.
However, they may also prove beneficial for those seeking to innovate and enhance their bio-waste management practices with the aim of increasing recycling rates.
The guidelines can be found, following the links:
🍎 Separate collection of bio-waste: https://zurl.co/gvhR
💸 Governance and economic incentives: https://zurl.co/J12K
🌱 Promoting quality compost and digestate: https://zurl.co/FMb5
📢 Communication and engagement: https://zurl.co/1Ev9