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Transition to a Circular Economy: Amending the Waste Framework Directive

Summary

The proposal seeks to amend the EU Waste Framework Directive to accelerate the transition to a circular economy by setting stricter recycling targets and enhancing waste prevention measures.
10 14.06.2018
Other
waste
economy
environment
social policy
public administration

Key points

  • The proposal aims to shift the European economic model from linear consumption to a circular system that keeps resources in use.
  • New, more ambitious recycling targets for municipal waste are proposed: at least 60% by 2025 and 70% by 2030.
  • A specific hierarchy for food waste is introduced, prioritizing prevention and human consumption over animal feed or energy recovery.
  • Mandatory separate collection systems must be established for bio-waste and textiles to improve recycling quality.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2008/98/EC on waste Waste ***I Waste ***I
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