Zero Waste Europe and the Bio-based Industries Consortium analyse the untapped potential of biowaste (garden and food waste) in Europe. The first study of its kind details the current generation
How to make Packaging Free Shops go mainstream?
Drawing from the findings of the pioneer study on the state of packaging free shops in Europe, Zero Waste Europe makes the case for the European Union to put in
Packaging Free Shops in Europe – An initial report
Zero Waste Europe releases the first ever European study on the state of play and the potential growth for the packaging free shops market. Conducted by Eunomia, in collaboration with
Reusable Packaging and COVID-19
Zero Waste Europe and Reloop analyse the situation of reuse and refill systems in light of COVID-19. While industry pushes for single use, there is no evidence that single-use packaging
FAQ on COVID-19 and zero waste
Zero Waste Europe analyses the impacts of COVID-19 on zero waste and suggests what can be done to keep working toward a zero waste future. Available in English & Italian.
Material substitution within the SUP Directive
Joint Policy Briefing signed by Zero Waste Europe and Reloop Platform to provide the European Commission with clear recommendations on the implementation phase of the Single Use Plastic Directive. Available
Library
Transitioning Europe towards zero waste and a circular economy requires transforming our society. To achieve this bold vision, stakeholders and citizens need to be empowered with accessible and
Reusable Solutions: how governments can help stop single-use plastic production
Rethink Plastic alliance report detailing reusable solutions to help governments put a stop to single-use plastic pollution. Available in English
Guidelines for the implementation of article 3(3) of the REDII regarding support schemes for waste incineration
The revised Renewable Energy Directive sets a framework for the promotion of energy from renewable sources, such as biomass. This document intends to provide a methodology to guide Member States
The story of Pontevedra
Thanks to decentralised composting the province of Pontevedra went from providing no options for bio-waste to a comprehensive and community-based system, establishing itself as a best practice example for bio-waste
The Story of Sălacea Going from 0 to 40% recycling rate within 3 months
Going from 0 to 40% recycling rate within 3 months, the small county of Sălacea tells a remarkable Zero Waste success story, establishing itself as a best practice that can
El Dorado of Chemical Recycling, State of play and policy challenges
Zero Waste Europe releases a study on Chemical Recycling looking into the the state of implementation of the technologies in the European context and giving policy recommendations to ensure
The Story of RePack, A simple solution to the growing problem of e-commerce waste
How Zero Waste and online shopping work together? RePack is a closed-loop system that can reduce ecommerce packaging by 96% while providing the same consumer experience as the disposable
Community Composting: A Practical Guide for Local Management of Biowaste
Fertile Auro released a new practical guide compiling data, regulatory frameworks and challenges of existing community composting sites aimed at fostering good practices and suggesting future implementations. Available
Research study on holistic indicators for waste prevention
The new study identifies how to best measure waste prevention and what are the most useful policies to minimise waste generation. Available in English
