2018 Reports

Sustainable Waste Management: The Successful Example of Vienna

Bourtsalas, Athanasios

Vienna demonstrates sustainable waste management through source separation, biogenic waste treatment, and material recovery. Programs like repair centers, flea markets, and eco-business initiatives reduce consumer and business waste, while volume-based fees and manufacturer responsibility incentivize recycling. These strategies also cut greenhouse gas emissions through composting, energy recovery, and recycling, showcasing an integrated approach to urban waste and climate mitigation.