With rising waste and high landfill rates, Portugal struggles to meet EU recycling targets. Explore the challenges and the urgent need for a shift in its waste management strategy.
Key Takeaways
- Portugal struggles to meet EU recycling targets with a recycling rate of only 30%, far below the EU-27 average of 49%.
- The country needs to change its waste management strategy, particularly by improving organic waste separation and collection methods.
- Landfill disposal remains high at 57%, while the introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility aims to enhance recycling of packaging waste.
- Economic and population growth contributes to increasing waste generation, with 5.33 million tonnes reported in 2023.
- To achieve sustainability, Portugal must expedite efforts and implement the National Waste Prevention Programme, focusing on resource efficiency and a circular economy.
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