Zero Waste Europe Reports Incineration in EU ETS Unlikely to Increase Landfilling
Zero Waste Europe (ZWE), an environmental network, has released a report indicating that including waste incineration in the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is unlikely to lead to increased landfilling across Europe. The report, prepared by UK-based consultancy Equanimator, suggests that the inclusion of incineration supports the EU's climate goals and adheres to the waste hierarchy. The study highlights that most EU Member States have existing landfill restrictions and contractual obligations that limit the return to landfill disposal. The report also emphasizes the importance of enforcing the Landfill Directive and implementing measures to reduce residual waste. ZWE's findings suggest that short-term price changes have minimal impact on waste management decisions, which are more influenced by infrastructure, regulatory systems, and contractual obligations. 
