PAYT schemes have been tested by different studies, to achieve better waste separation and waste prevention results compared to flat waste fees. Generally implemented at the local level, though often as a result of or in line with regional or national policies, such schemes are quite widespread in European countries, and have recently inspired other countries.

However, recent projects showed, that instead of taxing polluters, other alternatives that are based on engagement between citizens and the amount of waste produced by them can be implemented, such as rewards programs, the use of technologies to engage with residents on an ongoing basis fared, or others.

Accumulated knowledge suggests a holistic integration of information campaigns and data management about waste, on the one hand, and fiscal instruments on the other.

In the meeting, we will get to know the differences between types of countries with different conditions, traditions, and cultures and learn from European experience what is the place of good communication to achieve the WM goals, and what can be adapted by other regions over the globe.

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Organiser

The ISWA Working Group on Communication and Social Issues (WGC) addresses public concerns, comprising public support of and public opposition to waste management policies, public consultation and participation, and communication with focus on basic human attitudes towards waste.