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Reducing and recycling food and garden waste to boost Europe's circular economy

News Published 17 Jun 2020 Last modified 17 Jun 2020

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Photo: © Patricia Valério on Unsplash

Bio-waste is one of the key waste streams in Europe and holds great potential for the circular economy. According to the European Environment Agency’s new assessment, reducing and using bio-waste could cut emissions, improve soils and provide energy. Recycling bio-waste is also key for meeting the European Union’s target to recycle 65 % of municipal waste by 2035.