#LeydeResiduosYA campaign as enabler of change in Spain

This is the story of the LeydeResiduosYA platform, born from the need to ensure the full implementation of Spain’s 2022 waste law. The law introduced bold measures: banning hazardous chemicals in packaging, promoting reusable packaging, and setting ambitious waste reduction targets. Yet, progress stalled due to widespread industry resistance and weak enforcement.

By October 2023, NGOs like Alianza Residuo Cero recognised that only strong civil society pressure could break the deadlock. They united to launch LeydeResiduosYA, a platform dedicated to holding the government accountable for meeting reuse targets and implementing the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). This collaborative effort represents a powerful push for action, ensuring Spain’s waste law delivers on its promise.