Luxembourg has made notable advancements in recycling and landfill reduction. Yet its per capita waste generation remains one of the highest in the EU.
Key Takeaways
- Luxembourg generates 681 kg of municipal waste per capita, significantly above the EU average of 517 kg.
- In 2024, Luxembourg achieved a recycling rate of 57%, while landfill use dropped to just 3%.
- Packaging waste generation reached 209 kg per capita, with a recycling rate of 63.7% for packaging materials but only 39.8% for plastics.
- New laws, including the Waste Law and amended Packaging Law, aim to enhance waste management and align with EU directives.
- Future initiatives focus on making recycling centres more accessible and improving waste collection systems to support circular economy principles.
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