Waste and recycling - All Publications

This document summarises the youth consultation done on the Circular Economy Act.

Some countries are adopting AI technologies to increase circularity in their economies – for example AI robots to detect metal and plastic in recycling. This study in Technological Forecasting and Social Change looks at how uptake in G7 countries has affected waste management.

The proposed targeted and limited amendment to the Waste Shipment Regulation will continue to allow exports of mixed municipal waste for recovery to Switzerland, including for recycling or energy.

Swedish social supermarkets offer surplus food at reduced prices to people on low income. This study assessed the trade-offs between environmental sustainability and social impact, finding that these venues provide positive climate and social impacts, and boost nutritional value and user autonomy.

The Commission's first report on Member States’ reporting on single-use plastic (SUP) items and on fishing gear under Directive (EU) 2019/904.

Find below the User Manual and necessary documents for applying and earning the EU Ecolabel on products under the Decorative paints, varnishes, and related products group.

Find below the User Manual and necessary documents for applying and earning the EU Ecolabel on products under the Performance coatings and related products group.

Find below the User Manual and necessary documents for applying and earning the EU Ecolabel on products under the Water-based aerosol spray paints group.

Frequently Asked Questions on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).