Abfallwirtschaftsrecht

The avoidance of waste is more important than ever today. The same applies equally to its proper disposal, transport, storage, and recycling. This introduction to waste management law does not require any legal background or specialized knowledge; it is aimed at anyone who needs a first entry point into this complex subject and wants to quickly gain a solid overview. In 30 compact chapters, the goals of waste management, the Circular Economy Act, definitions and categories of waste, organizational frameworks and key players, the system of public waste disposal, landfill operations, and organizational conditions are presented in an easily understandable manner. Additional chapters are dedicated to the specific requirements for handling used paper, sewage sludge, packaging, end-of-life vehicles, electrical appliances, and batteries. Issues of product responsibility are addressed, as well as the certification of disposal companies and the commissioning of third parties. Case studies with sample solutions, numerous diagrams, and summaries facilitate access and make this work an ideal resource for students, municipal authorities, and waste management companies.