The destination measures and reports on its generation of waste and sets targets for its reduction. It ensures solid waste is properly treated and diverted from landfill, with provision of a multiple-stream collection and recycling system which effectively separates waste by type. The destination encourages enterprises to avoid, reduce, reuse, and recycle solid waste, including food waste. Action is taken to eliminate or reduce single-use items, especially plastics. Any residual solid waste that is not reused or recycled is disposed of safely and sustainably.
Example: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Ljubljana is a member of the Zero Waste Europe network. Through investing in its Zero Waste Strategy, it achieved a 69.9% separate waste collection rate and aims to exceed 75% by the end of 2025. The city’s Regional Waste Management Centre (RCERO Ljubljana)processes over 20,000 tonnes of organic waste annually, converting it into compost and capturing biogas to reduce emissions and generate electricity. These efforts ensure solid waste is effectively managed, recycled, and safely treated to protect the environment.
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Ljubljana Regional Waste Management Centre
Zero Waste Europe The story of Ljubljana
