Directory of the most relevant European websites on waste. Official portals and key resources on legislation, waste statistics and the circular economy in the EU.
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Sustainable waste management is key to achieving the European Union’s climate and circular economy goals. For public administrations, businesses and citizens alike, having access to official and specialised sources makes all the difference when it comes to making informed decisions.
Below, we present a selection of the most relevant portals and websites on waste in Europe, offering statistics, legislation, best practices, guides and educational resources on waste management in the EU.
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Official website providing comparable data, trend analysis and assessments on different types of waste at European level.
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Portal gathering the EU’s waste policies. It covers key legislation such as the Waste Framework Directive, sectoral regulations (packaging, WEEE, batteries, etc.), and the transition towards a circular economy.
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The EU’s official database of statistics on waste generation, treatment and recycling, harmonised across member states.
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A global network of waste management professionals. Provides guides, best practices and opportunities for international cooperation.
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An association representing Europe’s private resource and waste management industry. It promotes the circular economy, the use of secondary raw materials and the implementation of industrial best practices.
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An international initiative connecting circular economy practitioners worldwide. Focused on preventing waste and promoting sustainable value chains, with resources such as the EPR Toolbox and materials on e-waste and plastics.
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A network of local and regional authorities working towards sustainable waste management. Publishes manuals, benchmarks and applicable studies.
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The European association representing public responsibility for municipal waste management. Provides policy papers, reports and regulatory updates.
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A European network promoting the “zero waste” model. Offers reports, campaigns, guides and policy positions on circular economy legislation.
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The largest European network of social enterprises focused on reuse, repair and recycling within the circular economy.
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Information on industrial emissions, useful for assessing the environmental impact of large facilities.
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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is an EU agency based in Helsinki that manages the safe use of chemicals under the REACH regulation. It helps protect human health and the environment by assessing risks, registering substances, and regulating their use across Europe.
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