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Waste paper containers in Saarland: EVS plans drastic reduction!
The Saar Waste Disposal Association is planning a drastic reduction in waste paper containers in Saarland by 2027. Details and background information.
Waste paper containers in Saarland: EVS plans drastic reduction!
There are significant changes in waste management in Saarland. The Waste disposal association Saar (EVS) plans to drastically reduce the number of existing waste paper containers. There are currently around 860 container locations, which are now to be reduced by around a third to 550. What is behind this decision and what does it mean for citizens?
The planned reduction comes with the promise that in the future there will be one container stand for every 1,200 residents. The remaining sites will be better equipped, with more containers and more frequent emptying to meet the needs of the population. The aim is for these new parking spaces to be put into operation in spring 2027.
Fewer containers – more efficiency?
Although the number of containers will be reduced, the EVS assumes that there will not be an increase in the amount of waste dumped. Ultimately, the blue bin remains an important disposal option. Interestingly, the new locations of the containers will be only a few hundred meters away from the closed areas, which should make access easier for citizens.
EVS has also announced a comprehensive agreement with the municipalities, which should be completed by spring 2026. In addition, discussions with the operators of the glass containers are still pending, as the effects on their locations are still unclear. The tender for the new system is planned for mid-2026.
Waste management in Germany
But what does this development mean in the larger context of waste management? The challenges are great. Germany produces around 323 million tons of waste every year, of which secondary waste makes up around half. The emerging waste disposal industry deals intensively with the reuse and recycling of this waste.
In 2022, the recycling rate in Germany was an impressive 82 percent. For example, 98 percent of municipal waste was recycled. It is clear that waste management is not only an economic sector - with a turnover of around 50.4 billion euros and around 192,000 employees - but also plays a crucial role in the ecological challenges of our time.
The planned measures in Saarland are a further step towards increasing efficiency in waste disposal while taking the environment into account. It remains exciting to see how the situation will develop in the coming years. Citizens now have to keep an eye on the new regulations and actively contribute to avoiding and separating waste.