Hi there, dear Reader!

While some cities are bustling with the carnival celebrations this week, some of you might prefer to stay indoors due to the less-than-nice weather February brings! In any case, we’ve curated some readings and opportunities from the comfort of your home.

This month, bio-waste is in the spotlight as municipalities are now required to implement a separate collection system for it. We’ve gathered datasets on how cities in the EU handle bio-waste to help you get a good picture of the current situation across the Union. Additionally, a bio-waste breakthrough workshop will be held in March on how to improve your local system.

Highlight of the month

Last days to apply for the Bio-waste breakthrough workshop in Lyon!

Join us at the LIFE BIOBEST workshop, you will discover European best practices in bio-waste collection and recycling to improve your local system. Participants will gather in Lyon, France, on 13-14 March 2024, to delve into the bio-waste guidelines and discuss with European pioneers how to tackle the most common regulatory hurdles and local obstacles facing municipalities from implementing effective biowaste management models.

Participation is free of charge – only travel and accommodation costs must be covered by participants. Note that the working language of the event is French, with some presentations and translations available in English. Register by Monday, 12 February.

Want more #ZeroWasteCities?

We have compiled a short list of things you might find useful:

The ERIC project has been launched! The project focuses on enabling local authorities to effectively reduce plastic waste generation. Read the press release and see how we’re working with municipalities across 10 countries and 3 million people.

The LIFE BIOBEST project has published a report with standardised data on municipal bio-waste management in the EU. It includes information from an analysis of data collection practices across the EU, covering almost all Member States. Read the report.

Want to help businesses to achieve their zero waste goals? Become an accredited MiZa mentor or auditor attending the online Zero Waste Business certification training course. Register before 11 February.

Zero Waste Europe gratefully acknowledges financial assistance from the European Union: Commission Directorate General (DG) Environment. The sole responsibility for the content of this newsletter lies with Zero Waste Europe. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the funder mentioned above. The funder cannot be held responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein.

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