Do you really know the recycling policies in your area/country?(EU Version)

·  Germany: The “Green Dot” system requires manufacturers to pay for the recycling of their products, encouraging the use of recyclable materials.

·  France: Set a target to recycle plastic packaging by 2025 and imposes fees on single-use plastic bags.

·  UK: Implements a “plastic bottle deposit scheme” to encourage supermarkets and retailers to establish recycling points, boosting recovery rates.

·   Sweden: Has mandatory recycling targets, requiring at least 50% recovery of plastic packaging.

·  Netherlands: Implements a circular economy approach, aiming for 70% recycling of plastic packaging by 2025, with a deposit return system for bottles.

· Italy: Has regional programs promoting recycling, with national targets to reduce plastic waste and improve recovery rates.

·   Spain: Recently introduced a comprehensive recycling law that includes targets for plastic packaging and incentives for manufacturers to use recyclable materials.

·  Belgium: Offers a “Flemish Waste Plan” that includes measures for recycling plastics, setting specific collection and recycling goals.

·  Finland: Employs a producer responsibility scheme for packaging, aiming for high recycling rates and reducing single-use plastics.

·  Austria: Enforces a strict recycling system, aiming for 63% recycling of packaging waste by 2025, with clear labeling for recyclables.

·  Norway: Implements a deposit return scheme for bottles and cans, significantly increasing recycling rates.

·  Ireland: Introduced a plastic bag levy and aims for 50% recycling of plastic packaging by 2025, promoting reusable options.

·  Portugal: Has a national strategy for waste management that includes goals for recycling plastics and reducing landfill use.

·  Greece: Recently updated its recycling laws, targeting improved collection systems and increased recycling rates for plastic packaging.

·  EU-wide policy: By 2025, all plastic packaging must be recyclable or reusable.

If you know about more recycling policies, feel free to add.