This is the finding of a recent study by the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission: for every tonne of recycled polymer, emissions reductions of between 1.1 and 3.6 tonnes are achieved compared with incineration, landfill disposal and the production of virgin polymers.
This figure alone would allow Italy to meet the emissions reduction target set by the National Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC) for the waste management sector by 2040.
In this context, the industry bodies Assorimap, Assoambiente and Utilitalia are calling on institutions and policymakers to recognise incentives for the environmental contribution of the sector, in order to allow companies to play a growing role in the circular economy both in Italy and across Europe.
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Source: repubblica.it
Date: 15 October 2024
