Principles for waste management according to EU-law.
This page covers waste legislation.
For practical examples, please see: Waste Management
The Waste Framework Directive (WFD) lays down some fundamental principles for waste management: It requires that waste is managed without endangering human health or harming the environment. This includes preventing risks to water, air, soil, plants, and animals, avoiding nuisances caused by noise or odours, and without adversely affecting the countryside or places of special interest.
According to the Waste Hierarchy, reducing the amount of waste and reducing the hazardous content of the waste is the top priority.
The polluter pays principle is an overarching principle of environmental responsibility. In short, the principle implies that those who pollute, in this case: the original waste producer or the current/previous waste holders, should bear the costs of waste management.
School leaders are advised to consult resources that outline their local and national regulations, as these may be more stringent than the EU directive.