Estonia has made significant strides in waste management, particularly concerning municipal waste disposal, with per capita generation well below the EU average.
Key Takeaways
- Estonia shows significant progress in waste management, with municipal waste generation at 373 kg per capita, below the EU average.
- Recycling rates improved from 33% to 47% in 2023, while landfilling drastically decreased from 66,000 tonnes to 3,000 tonnes.
- The National Waste Management Plan (NWMP) 2023-2028 aims to promote resource efficiency and enhance recycling efforts in line with EU directives.
- Challenges remain, especially in plastic recycling, which only reached 44%, under the 50% target, despite some advancements.
- Estonia’s effective waste policies and mandatory separate waste collection systems contribute to its commendable waste management progress.
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