ECI signs a joint letter of the ferrous and nonferrous metals sectors, establishing a level playing field and equivalent conditions for EXTRA-EU exported waste in the context of the Waste Shipment Regulation.
Europe’s ferrous and nonferrous metals sectors call on the European Commission to maintain its ambition of fully addressing the environmental and social impacts of EU waste exports through the Waste Shipments Regulation review. To fulfill the European Green Deal and industrial objectives, EXTRA-EU exported waste must, in the future, be treated to equivalent standards and techniques as in Europe.
A level-playing field and clearly defined equivalent conditions for exported waste are vital for sustainably supporting Europe’s Green Deal, avoiding harm to developing countries and maintaining the competitiveness of European industry.
The recent European Green Deal and the new Circular Economy Action plan (CEAP) highlighted the role of waste recycling in delivering the EU’s goals. In addressing this vital issue, we recommend the following actions:
- Ensure that the EU does not export its waste challenges to third countries;
- Ensure that materials that can be treated domestically are recycled in the EU;
- Address the loss of economic opportunities for the recycling industry in the EU.
Click to view the Joint Statement Letter here.
