Austria starts revolutionary disposable deposit: This is how it works!

Austria starts revolutionary disposable deposit: This is how it works!

In Austria, a pioneering disposable deposit system will be introduced in Austria from January 1, 2025, which is intended to revolutionize the collection of plastic bottles and beverage cans. This system aims to significantly increase the return rate and to reach the ambitious EU requirements of 90 percent by 2029 by 2027. According to a survey, 82 percent of the population already advocated this measure, which underlines the strong desire for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions, such as waste management association Styria explains the broad consent of the population that many believe that an effective pledge system, i.e. the carelessly throw away, also reduce, reduce waste is.

changes for consumers

With the introduction of the deposit system, consumers must: Inside from 2025, make sure that their packaging bears the corresponding labels. Only bottles and cans with the Austrian Pfandlogo and Barcode can be returned for the deposit. However, glass bottles and certain liquids such as dairy products are excluded. The entire campaign aims to change the recycling behavior of the population and to secure sustainable use of raw materials.

While a great acceptance for the pledge system is already felt before the official start, it is clear: Austria takes an important step towards a more environmentally friendly future that benefits both nature and society.