Research and analysis
Residual waste infrastructure capacity note
Evidence and analysis of municipal residual waste arisings and infrastructure capacity in England from 2020 to 2035.
Applies to England
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This capacity note:
- explores Defra’s packaging reforms (Simpler Recycling, a Deposit Returns Scheme for drinks containers and Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging)
- forecasts likely waste arisings following the packaging reforms
- considers the non-recyclable waste infrastructure treatment needs as a result of the packaging reforms
It intends to support decision makers in planning for residual waste treatment, to support the transition to a circular economy.