Malta is facing significant challenges in waste management, highlighted by high waste generation and one of the EU’s lowest recycling rates.
Key Takeaways
- Malta faces significant challenges in waste management, with high waste generation and one of the lowest recycling rates in the EU.
- In 2022, Malta generated 618 kg of municipal waste per capita, while the recycling rate was only 13 per cent, far below the EU average.
- Landfilling is the dominant disposal method, with 74 per cent of municipal waste landfilled in 2023.
- Recent legislative measures and infrastructure developments aim to improve waste management, including mandatory waste separation and new recovery facilities.
- Despite progress, Malta still struggles with low recycling rates and public awareness, necessitating collaborative efforts to meet EU standards.
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