Austria's disposable deposit system: record numbers for recycling!
Austria's disposable deposit system: record numbers for recycling!
Österreich - In Austria, the newly introduced disposable deposit system has drawn a positive balance in the first six months after its implementation. Every day, between seven and nine million disposable deposit containers are returned, which underlines the system's high acceptance of the system among consumers. Around 75 percent of Austrians support the disposable deposit system, while about 80 percent feel well informed about its processes. This is evident from a current survey of the market day, which was published by .
The pledge contain is usually returned within seven to eight weeks. From January 1, 2025, the disposable deposit regulation for plastic bottles and metal cans will apply in Austria. The aim is to keep raw materials such as plastic and aluminum in a circulation and to reduce the disposable culture. A collection rate of 80 percent is sought for the current year, with the ambitious goal for 2027 even 90 percent. Austria already fulfills the EU guidelines for 2029, which ensures the country a pioneering role in the area of the circular economy.
successful return structures
The infrastructure for the return of the deposit containers is comprehensive: around 6,200 return machines are available in Austria, which withdraw 98 percent of disposable drink packaging in retail. Only 2 percent of the returns take place via alternative return offices, such as cinemas or bakeries. The return is possible regardless of size, quantity, brand and purchase location, which increases the usability and access for consumers. The conditions for the return are clearly defined: disposable pawn packaging must be empty, unexpected and returned with a label, according to the information from OTS
This structure is a decisive advantage of the disposable deposit system, which has now been implemented in 18 EU countries, including Austria. Former Environment Minister Leonore Gewessler said positively about the start of the program. However, there are also critical voices: the FPÖ sees the deposit system as a burden for families and retired citizens and has launched a petition under the title "Stop bottle deposit - for fair consumption instead of new stress".
insight into the European comparison
The system in Austria is part of a series of successful deposit systems in Europe, such as the 18 -year -old system in Germany, which is one of the most successful. This system has led to a response rate of over 98 percent and supports the waste reduction and resource conservation through the principles of "expanded manufacturer's responsibility", explains dpg . The principle of the EPR aims to ensure that manufacturers assume responsibility for waste management and contributes to sustainable resource use within the EU.
With the new disposable deposit system, Austria is determined to significantly reduce the environmental impact of disposable packaging and at the same time promote a high level of acceptance among consumers. The coming months and the desired increase in the return rate will show whether the system can achieve its goals.
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