Reform of EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive

Summary

A proposal to reform EU packaging waste rules, focusing on higher recycling targets, increased reuse, and a transition to a circular economy.
10 14.06.2018
Other
economy
environment
human rights
waste management
public administration

Key points

  • The proposal aims to shift the European economy toward a circular model by prioritizing waste prevention and reuse over simple disposal.
  • New mandatory targets for the reuse of packaging are proposed, aiming for 5% by weight in 2025 and 10% by weight in 2030.
  • Ambitious recycling targets are set for specific materials, such as reaching 60% for plastics and 90% for paper and cardboard by 2025.
  • Binding measures are introduced to specifically reduce the amount of packaging waste entering marine environments.
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