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Why should we avoid sending waste to landfills?

Why should we avoid sending waste to landfills?

Infographic (static)Published 04 Dec 2013Modified 20 Apr 2016

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Being wise with waste: the EU’s approach to waste management
Implementing EU waste legislation for green growth
In 2011, 40% of treated municipal waste was recycled or composted, up from 27% in 2001

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Waste and recycling

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Europe

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2013

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