Amberg calls for problematic waste collection: Protect the environment!

Amberg calls for problematic waste collection: Protect the environment!

The city of Amberg invites its citizens to the upcoming problem waste collection, which will take place onJune 28, 2025from8 a.m. to 12:30 p.mtakes place at the recycling center in the North Industrial Area, Max-Planck-Straße 25. This event is aimed at all residents connected to the municipal waste collection service. The appointment offers an important opportunity to dispose of problematic waste in an environmentally friendly manner and thus make a contribution to climate protection. Oberpfalzecho reports that waste that falls into this category may not be disposed of with regular household waste or the sewer system due to its composition.

What counts as problem waste? These include, among other things, chemicals, pesticides, car batteries, paints, varnishes, spray cans, fire extinguishers and thermometers containing mercury. The tax is associated with fees: For example, used oil costs 2.50 euros per container (up to 20 liters), while a car battery costs 3.10 euros. Small gas cartridges can also be sold for 2.50 euros.

What is not accepted?

However, there are also limitations. Some types of waste will not be accepted, including fully cured paints, cosmetics and personal care products, and pharmaceuticals. Waste from industry, commerce or agriculture as well as ammunition and explosive devices are also excluded from collection. An important note: Decanting liquids such as used oil on site is not permitted, but used oil purchased in stores can be returned free of charge with a receipt.

The next opportunity to hand over problematic waste in Amberg will take place onOctober 25, 2025instead of. For anyone who has any additional questions, the information is available directly at the recycling center or on the city of Amberg website.

The importance of sustainable waste management

These initiatives are part of a larger trend towards sustainable waste management. According to a report by the European Parliament, in 2022 the EU will have almost2 billion tonsWaste treated, with more than half of it recycled. The EU's measures emphasize the importance of recycling and recovering materials from waste in order to use them for new products or to replace soil in landscaping. This awareness of the sustainable handling of waste is becoming increasingly important.

Take advantage of the opportunity to dispose of your problem waste safely and in an environmentally friendly manner. Bring your waste to the recycling center and make an important contribution to improving our environment. The providers of stationary problem waste collection points and mobile pollutant vehicles are also a practical contact point for all households who would like to hand in their problem waste free of charge. Further information can be found on the waste management company's website, where the maximum permitted quantities and types of waste are listed in detail ( AWB FFB announces ).