The waste electrical and electronic equipment is then weighed and categorised in accordance with the directive. Food waste is a main constituent of the broader group biowaste, which was defined in the waste framework directive 200898ec ec, 2008 as biodegradable garden 1 the food supply chain fsc typically includes agriculture production andor animal farming, transport, processing, distribution and consumption. The waste framework directive 2008 98ec set a legal obligation for european union eu member states to adopt waste prevention programmes by 12 december 20. Maintenance dredging at her majestys naval base hmnb devonport applicant. The revised waste framework directive 2008 98ec i 17. Waste framework directive the 2008 waste framework directive sets the overarching legislative framework. The definitions of each of the stages can be found in article 3 of the directive. Pdf waste prevention and technologies in the context of the eu.
Guidance on the legal definition of waste and its application. The waste hierarchy is a concept that has appeared in environmental literature and in some eu memberstates environmental legislation but before the waste framework directive of 2008 was not part of the european legislation. Directive eu 2018 of the european parliament and of the. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives, known by its short title as the waste framework directive, entered into force on 12 december 2008. The directive provides a legal framework for the treatment of waste within the eu.
The waste framework directive wfd is a european union directive of 17 june 2008. It defines the main concepts linked to waste management, including the. It explains when waste ceases to be waste and becomes a secondary raw material so called endof waste criteria, and how to distinguish between waste and byproducts. This document contains nonbinding guidance to directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives, also known as the waste framework directive or wfd. Separate collection for paper, metal, plastic and glass by 2015 for all sectors. Directive and describes the requirements of the directive which will be delivered through environmental permits. Waste framework directive 200898 ec policy document. Directive 2008 90ec of the european parliament, directive 2008 90ec of the european parliament. The directive provides a legal framework for the treatment of waste. The principal aims of the amendments to the waste framework directive strive to prevent. The waste framework directive sets out measures addressing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste on the environment and human health, and for improving efficient use of resources which are crucial for the transition to a circular economy.
It provides the general context of the waste management requirements and establishes the basic definitions around waste management for the eu. Waste catalogue hierarchy old exclusions preventionart. This set of guidance provides a legal analysis of article 31 which. The wfd2008 is analysed in this work for its adequacy in ensuring return of recoverable waste. This directive sets out measures to protect the environment and human health by preventing or reducing the generation of waste, the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste. Guidelines on the r1 energy efficiency formula in annex ii of directive 2008 98ec not legally binding 3. Directive 200898ec sets the basic concepts and definitions related to waste managament, such as definitions of waste, recycling, recovery. The revision of directive 2008 98ec offers an opportunity to that end. Improving sustainability and circularity of european food. The waste framework directive 2008 98ec hereinafter wfd is the key legislative document on waste at the eu level. It essentially acts as a framework directive under which other waste laws sit. As part of the implementation of the eus action plan for the circular economy.
Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives oj l 312, 22. Directive 2008 98ec to the extent that they are covered by other union legislation. Directive eu 2018851 amending directive 200898ec on waste. The purpose of the revised directive is to simplify the existing legislative framework for waste in order to encourage the divergence of waste away from landfills, to strengthen legal certainty and minimise burdens on businesses, regulators and stakeholders. The wfd aims to move member states towards increased levels of recycling and recovery, seeking to avoid waste generation and to use waste as a resource. One of the features of the wfd is the european waste hierarchy. Europen voting recommendations on 2nd reading of the waste framework directive 06 2008 29. It defines key concepts such as waste, recovery and disposal and puts in place the essential requirements for the management of waste, notably an obligation for an establishment or undertaking carrying out waste. Directive 200898ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with eea relevance waste framework directive 200898 ec european environment agency. It defines the main concepts linked to waste management, including the polluter pays principle e nsuring that the costs of preventing, controlling and cleaning up pollution are. Furthermore, the eu waste framework directive 2008 98ec wfd requires member states to apply the eu waste hierarchy and achieve two recycling and recovery targets by 2020. Impact assessment of the transposition of the revised waste framework directive directive 2008 98ec lead department or agency. Part 3 detailed guidance on the legal definition of waste and its application this part provides detailed guidance on the case law on the definition of waste and is intended for those with a specialist interest in the issue. According to article 6 1 and 2 of the new waste framework directive, certain specified waste shall cease to be waste when it has.
The first waste framework directive dates back to 1975 and was substantially amended in 1991 and 2006. Apply the waste hierarchy in waste management legislation and policy. Within the wfd there are specific provisions for each waste. Welsh assembly government impact assessment ia ia no. This document contains nonbinding guidance to directive 200898ec of the european. Directive 200612ec of the european parliament and of the council of 5 april 2006 on waste 4 establishes the legislative framework for the. It defines the main concepts linked to waste management, including the polluter pays principle e nsuring that the costs. Implementation of the waste framework directive in the eu. Jun 20, 2011 this guidance is to understand the european community ec directive 200612ec on waste, as it relates to permitting waste operations in england and wales. The 2008 waste framework directive 2 008 98ec sets the overarching legislative framework. Article 4 of the revised eu waste framework directive directive 2008 98ec sets out five steps for dealing with waste, ranked according to environmental impact the waste hierarchy. This guidance document is intended to help national authorities and economic operators interpret this directive. Analysis of waste hierarchy in the european waste directive.
Directive 2008 98ec was intended to improve and reconceive waste policy in europe, providing an improved baseline for future policy making and addressing ongoing inconsistencies and a perceived lack of. Loss of recoverable resources in linear resource flow systems is likely to contribute to the depletion of natural resources and environmental degradation. The waste hierarchy the european waste framework directive 200898ec sets out a waste hierarchy for the management of waste. It explains when waste ceases to be waste and becomes a secondary raw material so called endof waste criteria, and how to distinguish between waste. Waste prevention campaign regarding the waste framework directive. The waste hierarchy is set out at article 4 of the revised waste framework directive 2008 98ec. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council show full title.
Waste framework directive 200898ec european environment. Guidance for local planning authorities on implementing. Waste prevention in europe european environment agency. Impact assessment of the transposition of the revised waste framework directive directive 200898ec lead department or agency. Waste framework directive directive 200898ec of the european parliament and of the. Guidelines on the r1 energy efficiency formula in annex ii. Directive 2008 98ec sets the basic concepts and definitions related to waste managament, such as definitions of waste, recycling, recovery. The 2008 waste framework directive sets the overarching legislative framework. Nonpaper on the implementation of articles 91i and 9. Directive 200898ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with eea relevance. Dec 18, 2012 the waste framework directive 200898ec the directive provides an overarching legislative framework for the management of waste across europe. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with eea relevance the european parliament and the council of the european union, having regard to the treaty establishing the european community, and in particular article 1751 thereof. Directive 2008 98ec on waste waste framework directive directive 200612ec on waste has been revised in order to modernise and streamline its provisions the revised directive 2008 98ec sets the basic concepts and definitions related to waste managament and lays down waste management principles such as the polluter pays principle or the waste. The waste framework directive 2008 98ec should have been transposed by ms until 12 december 2010, repealing the old framework directive directive 200612ec and incorporating and repealing the hazardous waste directive directive 91689eec and the waste oil directive.
The waste framework directive sets out measures addressing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste on the environment and human health, and for improving efficient use of. Directive 200850ec, air quality european environment. The aim of the wfd was to lay the basis to turn the eu into a recycling society. Environmental permitting guidance the waste framework. Directive 200612ec of the european parliament and of the council of 5 april 2006 on waste 4 establishes the legislative framework for the handling of waste in. This hierarchy is a cornerstone of scottish government. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain.
Report on the proposal for a directive of the european. Directive 200612ec on waste, as it relates to permitting waste operations in england and wales. The waste framework directive 200898ec set a legal obligation for european union eu member states to adopt waste prevention programmes by 12 december 20. Directive 2008 98ec on waste waste framework directive wfd. Directive eu 2018851 makes amendments to directive 2008 98ec on waste the waste framework directive which provides the legislative framework for the collection, transport, recovery and disposal of waste. Its transposition in england is now largely through the waste. Summary of the current eu waste legislation municipal waste. The waste hierarchy in the european commissions latest waste framework directive 200898ec wfd2008 makes recommendations on how to address this issue. Council regulation establishing criteria determining when certain types of scrap metal cease to be waste under directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council no 3332011, eurlex monitoring the fulfilment of waste directive. It explains when waste ceases to be waste and becomes a.
The first waste framework directive dates back to 1975 and was substantially amended in 1991 and 2006 the aim of the wfd was to lay the basis to turn the eu into a recycling society. Directive 200898ec of the european parliament and of the. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives waste framework directive the directive establishes a legal framework for the treatment of waste. Directives, also known as the waste framework directive or wfd.
Directive 2008 98ec was intended to improve and reconceive waste. Prevention the applicant has stated that the dredging at hmnb devonport is essential to maintain the depths within the operational berths of the dockyard and therefore cannot be prevented see hmnb devonport maintenance dredging and disposal marine licence application. Direct access en framework waste legislation waste. Article 4 of the directive sets out a hierarchy which, if implemented, should drive waste. According to article 6 1 and 2 of the new waste framework directive, certain specified waste shall cease to be waste when it has undergone a recovery operation and complies with specific criteria to be developed in line with certain legal conditions, in particular. Wst 004 waste generation, wst 005 waste recycling and wst 006 diversion of waste from landfill address relevant policy questions, referring to the objectives and targets of the waste framework directive 2008. Waste classification environmental protection agency. Nonpaper on the implementation of articles 91i and 92. The waste package legislative acts, including the amendments to the waste framework directive 2008 98ec amongst other, were published in the official journal of the european union volume 61 on 14 june 2018.
One of the features of the wfd is the european waste. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives revised waste framework directive wfd 2008 98ec european. Department for environment, food and rural affairs other departments or agencies. Exceedance of air quality standards in urban areas this indicator shows the fraction of the eu28 urban population that is potentially exposed to ambient air concentrations of certain pollutants pm 2. Official journal no page date m1 commission regulation eu no 572014 of 18 december 2014 l 365 89 19. The waste hierarchy in the european commissions latest waste framework directive. It defines key concepts such as waste, recovery and disposal and puts in place the essential requirements for the management of waste. Being a directive, the wfd is transposed into the national legislation of the ms by. The waste framework directive 2008 98ec the directive provides an overarching legislative framework for the management of waste across europe. Nonexhaustive lists of disposal and recovery operations can be found in annexes i and ii of the directive. The wfd2008 is analysed in this work for its adequacy in ensuring return of recoverable waste as a resource into the productive system. Pdf analysis of waste hierarchy in the european waste. Waste electrical and electronic equipment directive wikipedia. It explains when waste ceases to be waste and becomes a secondary raw material so called endof waste criteria, and how to distinguish between.
Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament page content directive 200612ec of the european parliament and of the council of 5 april 2006 on waste establishes the legislative framework for the handling of waste in the community. Waste framework directive wfd, or directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste. This directive makes amendments in order to, among other things. Department for environment, food and rural affairs other. The revised directive on waste directive 2008 98ec entered into force on 12 december 2008. It does not contain any authoritative interpretation of eu law, in. Annex iii to directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council on waste and repealing certain directives replaces the list of the main characteristics which render waste hazardous previously contained in annex iii to the waste framework directive 2008. The waste framework directive of 1975 had no reference to a waste. It is important to highlight the wider agenda of moving towards a circular economy, and to stress the opportunity the revision of the waste framework directive offers to enhance this transition. Waste framework directive 2008 european commission. Implementing planning requirements of the eu waste framework. Directive 2008 98ec on waste waste framework directive directive 2008 98ec sets the basic concepts and definitions related to waste managament, such as definitions of waste, recycling, recovery. Directive 200898ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with. Waste framework directive agreed on 17 june, members of the european parliament meps gave the official approval to the agreement reached with the council on the waste directive.
Summary of the current eu waste legislation municipal. B directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with eea relevance oj l 312, 22. Directive 200928ec of the european parliament and of the council of 23 april 2009 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources and amending and. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives waste framework directive the directive establishes a legal framework for the treatment of waste in the eu. Post reprocessing recycling, total volumes of each category are reported to the producer compliance scheme 12 and the reprocessor is reimbursed accordingly. Diversion of waste from landfill european environment agency. Directive 2008 98ec of the european parliament and of the council of 19 november 2008 on waste and repealing certain directives text with eea relevance. The eus waste policy has been debated in the council and the european parliament ep since the european commissions proposal. Directive 200898ec on waste waste framework directive.
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