New duty in Berlin: Collecting old textiles separately from 2025!

New duty in Berlin: Collecting old textiles separately from 2025!

With the start of the new year, several significant changes in the area of ​​waste management come into force in Germany. From January 1, 2025, a legal obligation to separate old textiles, which aims at reducing waste and promoting a circular economy, will apply. This regulation is based on the EU waste framework directive and the district administration law (KRWG). Christoph Rösgen, the head of waste management in the BAV, emphasizes that the current collection system for old textiles has been in use since 2013 and has already been well established. Around 350 municipal depot containers for old textiles and shoes are available in the association area, which makes it easier for citizens to return. The introduction of a location concept for old textile containers is assessed as a necessary step in order to be better positioned in the competition with commercial collectors. This was reported by the Rheinische Post.

The separate collection is implemented by the responsible disposal and municipalities. The aim of this initiative is not only to promote reuse and recycling of textiles, but also a noticeable relief of the environment. Statistics show that around 31,500 tons of old textiles end up in Berlin in Berlin, which corresponds to a per capita value of 8.6 kg (as of 2018). Since the high -quality fabrics do not drop unnecessarily, the incentive for the effective return of clothing has increased. The Berlin city cleaning (BSR) provides useful tips for the legally compliant disposal and offers various delivery options, including recycling courtyards and non -profit collective containers.

regulations and fees

Another important aspect of the legal changes concerns carbon taxation. The tax on fossil CO2 will increase to 40 euros per weight bin in 2024 and increased to 50 euros in 2025. This has a direct impact on the fees for residual waste that will increase, while the fees for organic and paper waste remain constant. For example, the 50-liter tone residual waste will cost 85.50 euros from 2025, an increase of 1 euro compared to 2024.

In addition, the removal calendar is no longer automatically delivered. Users must obtain this in public bodies or can use the newly developed BAV app that indicates individual collection dates and sends memories. This app also offers information on short -term appointments and shows locations of recycling centers and containers.

Development of waste management

However, the implementation of the separate collection of old textiles is also in the context of greater challenges. The municipalities are required to check and adapt their systems to meet the new requirements. The role of non -profit collections in the public disposal system is particularly discussed. The publication of the Infoschrift 113, which provides relevant information on municipal collection systems, aims to provide municipalities an overview of current situations and challenges.

The academy Dr. In this context, Obladen plans an event entitled "Alt Textiles - Final Spurt for the separation collection from 2025", which will take place on November 14, 2024. This shows that the exchange of experiences between municipalities and organizations is crucial for the successful implementation of the project. The topic of waste management is becoming increasingly important and it remains to be seen how citizens will accept the new regulations.

Future waste policy shows that stronger awareness of resource use and the circular economy is required. With the formal changes from 2025, not only resources should be spared, but also awareness of the importance of proper waste separation. The disposal initiatives and information campaigns will be crucial for the acceptance and commitment of the citizens.