Title: The Waste Framework Directive

Language: English

Type: Other Publications

Nature: Guidelines

Published: July 5, 2018


Region: Europe and Central Asia (ECA)

Country: European Union

Sector: Municipal Solid Waste

Topic: Tools

Keywords: PPPs by Sector *, Sub-national and Municipal PPPs **, Municipal Solid Waste

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Document Summary:

The Waste Framework Directive is the EU’s legal framework for treating and managing waste in the EU. 


Document Details:

EU waste policy aims to protect the environment and human health and help the EU’s transition to a circular economy. It sets objectives and targets to

  • improve waste management
  • stimulate innovation in recycling
  • limit landfilling


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