In Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and the Republic of Serbia there is no effective waste management, as a result of which most waste is sent to landfills and landfills instead of recycling. This is stated in the Joint Report on the results of the international audit in the field of waste management and disposal, reports UNN with reference to the press service of the Accounts Chamber.

Thus, the report notes that the governments of Ukraine, Moldova and Serbia are taking some measures to reduce and remove waste, unsuitable pesticides and disinfect land from persistent organic pollutants. However, “national regulations in this area are incomplete and inconsistent with international laws and standards, in particular the European Union, which three states have taken the course towards integration,” the joint venture notes.

“The auditors came to the conclusion that the actions of the authorities responsible for waste management in Ukraine, Moldova and Serbia are not efficient enough and coordinated. As a result, state control is also not effective enough. Therefore, there are high risks of non-compliance by individuals and legal entities with legal requirements in waste management, “the press service said.

In addition, it is noted that in the audit participating countries there are insufficiently developed capacities for processing, processing and disposal of hazardous industrial and other wastes, which does not contribute to the creation of an integrated management system. As a result, risks arise for the environment and human health, including the occurrence of environmental and technological disasters.

In particular, the Audit Chamber reminded that a national audit conducted in previous years showed that in Ukraine more than 90% of household waste was disposed of in landfills and landfills. 3% fell to the procurement points of secondary raw materials and waste processing enterprises, and 2.6% was burnt.

Following an international audit of the three countries, governments are encouraged to strengthen legal and economic incentives to reduce waste volumes and maximize their recycling, as well as strengthen state environmental control.

In addition, it is indicated that it is necessary to improve the awareness of citizens and business entities regarding legislation in this area, as well as to strengthen administrative and criminal liability for non-compliance.

Auditors recommend introducing a system of extended producer responsibility, the principle should be the principle “polluter pays.”

“Among the recommendations are the introduction of a ban on the use of disposable plastic utensils and the restriction of the use of plastic packaging. Auditors point to the need to introduce a system for collecting and returning packaging waste, determine the procedure for financing relevant activities, determine the list of manufacturers’ obligations, requirements for labeling packaging and the use of eco-packaging” , – noted in the press service.