Jurisdiction
For products sold in the EU
Law Summary
The EU’s Waste Framework Directive establishes the basic concepts and principles for waste management across the Union. It defines waste, sets out the waste hierarchy (prevention, reuse, recycling, recovery, disposal), and includes targets for recycling and provisions for Extended Producer Responsibility schemes.
Law Obligation
- Companies must implement waste prevention and management measures.
- Organisations must follow the waste hierarchy principle.
- Businesses must ensure proper waste handling and disposal.
