Tenders – what to look out for
On 26.09.2024, at Swiss Recycle https://swissrecycle.ch/de/home /, we took part in a webinar on the subject of “Tenders – what to look out for” and expanded our knowledge. The subject was public procurement. Below, we are happy to share some thoughts with you and give you some important points on how best to write a […]
How can we win against the PFAS challenge?
The problem of contamination by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has become increasingly important across Europe, including in countries such as France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland. These chemicals, often referred to as “perpetual chemicals” due to their longevity in the environment and resistance to degradation, are associated with various health risks and environmental problems. […]
Recycling phosphorus – Are you familiar with the FOEN website and this report published online by the FOEN?
Online1 you will find the latest updated information and a very interesting report from EBP2. 1 https://www.bafu.admin.ch/bafu/de/home/themen/abfall/fachinformationen/abfallpolitik-und-massnahmen/phosphorrecycling.html 2 https://www.ebp.ch/en/topics/environment Our latest articles on this subject: Phosphorus is essential to both human life and agriculture. It is a key component of DNA, cells and bones, as well as an essential nutrient for plant growth, which is […]
News from PET recycling in Switzerland!!! PET milk bottles!!!
Plastic recycling plays an important role in waste management and the circular economy…
Exporting waste from Switzerland: Waste exports from Switzerland: what should we learn from the figures for 2022?
Located in the heart of Europe, Switzerland plays a pioneering role in many areas, not least in the field of environmental protection and sustainable waste management. However, even a country known for its cleanliness and efficiency faces the challenge of dealing with the ever-increasing amount of waste. One of the solutions to this challenge is […]
PFAS, an issue?
Do you know the regulations in Switzerland? We accompany you! Switzerland, like many other countries, has begun to address the regulation of PFAS1 (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Switzerland’s approach to regulating PFAS involves several government agencies and ordinances and may have evolved since then. Here are some key points about the regulatory system for PFAS […]
CH vs. EU for plastic packaging regulations
Plastic recycling plays an important role in waste management and the circular economy…
CH vs EU Regulations on Phosphorus Recycling
Phosphorus is an essential element for all living organisms and plays a critical role in various biological processes. However, the overuse and mismanagement of phosphorus resources can lead to environmental pollution and scarcity concerns. One prominent source of phosphorus is the sludge generated in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). Both Switzerland and the broader European Union […]
Export of wastes? – We know how!!!
The export and import regulations for waste in Switzerland are governed by international agreements and Swiss legislation. An important agreement in this context is the Basel Convention, which regulates the control and transboundary management of hazardous waste. Switzerland is a party to the Basel Convention1. 1Our last post In Switzerland, the Federal Office for the […]
Recycling phosphorus
Recycling phosphorus in sludge is an important step in sustainable waste management and environmental protection. Phosphorus is a critical nutrient for plant growth and is commonly found in wastewater treatment sludge. Here are some methods to recycle phosphorus in sludge: Phosphorus Recovery Technologies Several technologies are available for extracting phosphorus from sludge. These methods typically […]