Austrian Overshoot Day: Our resource budget is exhausted!
Every year the Global Footprint Network calculateswhen a country’s natural resources will be exhausted for the current year. In Austria, this date will already be reached on March 29, 2025 – much too earlyFrom this point until the end of the year, we will consume more than our ecosystem can regenerate. This is unsustainable.
Why is Country Overshoot Day a problem?
- Overuse of resources : We consume almost twice as many resources as our ecosystem can provide.
- Climate change & biodiversity loss : Increasing resource consumption leads to more greenhouse gas emissions and destroys natural habitats.
- Future of next generations : Every earlier Overshoot Day means fewer resources for future generations.
But the good news is: We have the power to postpone this day !
Interzero: Let’s postpone the date!
As a leading company in the circular economy, we are committed to a world without waste Recycling and reusing materials protects the planet, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps to delay Overshoot Day .
How can we make a difference together?
- Make products recyclable
- Use recycled materials
- Optimize processes resource-efficiently
- Establish sustainable supply chains
The circular economy is the key – for greater sustainability, resource security and cost efficiency.
Everyone can make a contribution – but business and politics are needed!
Achieving sustainable change requires more than individual actions. Companies and policymakers must act together to strengthen the circular economy and create incentives for sustainable business.
Take action now and postpone Austrian Overshoot Day!
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Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material, and logistics cycles, as well as an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions,” the company supports over 80,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the recipient of the 2024 German Sustainability Award and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “Resources.” Further information can be found at www.interzero.at .
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Collection rates 2024: Austria increases recycling - 4% more packaging collected
Separate packaging collection continues to gain momentum in Austria. Around 230,000 tons of plastic and metal packaging were collected via the yellow bag and yellow bin in 2024 —a 4% increase in packaging collection compared to the previous year.
Across Austria, Vienna (from a low starting level) achieved the largest increases with a collection increase of 8%, as did Lower Austria and Carinthia (7% each).
These increases show once again how important the standardization of the collection, which was implemented throughout Austria from 1 January 2025, is., for the recycling targets. Since then, Shower gel bottles, yogurt cups, chip bags, aluminum trays, and cans are collected together in the yellow bin or yellow bag. Deposit-backed disposable beverage bottles and cans are excluded , as they belong to the deposit system.
“Since January 1, 2025, there has been a uniform system for the collection of lightweight and metal packaging in Austria. From now on, empty packaging must be placed in the yellow bag or yellow bin. The aim of this standardization is to promote the circular economy and achieve EU recycling quotas ,” says our Managing Director Thomas Glatz.
Why is proper packaging collection important?
Despite the introduction of the deposit system , around 80% still end up of lightweight and metal packaging in the yellow bag or yellow bin. Correct separation remains crucial, to conserve valuable resources, reduce environmental pollution and ensure a functioning circular economy .
The new deposit system as a reminder for companies and consumers
Since the beginning of 2025, a deposit system for beverage bottles and cans has been in force in AustriaDeposit packaging is marked and belongs in the Return systemHowever, it is essential that all other lightweight and metal packaging continues to be collected separately. Only through consistent Proper separation can effectively increase the recycling rate – a basic prerequisite for achieving the EU circular economy targets.
Interzero’s contribution and vision for the future
As a leading environmental service provider, Interzero is continuously working to close material cycles and improve packaging recycling rates. The standardization of packaging collection contributes to meeting the required EU recycling quota for plastic packaging, which is an important milestone for climate and environmental protection.
The positive developments in 2024 give us confidence that we will achieve these targets. As one of the collection and recycling systems (SVS) active in Austria, Interzero ensures the collection, sorting, and recycling of packaging.
- We support the circular economy with innovative solutions.
- We are continuously working to improve collection and recycling rates.
- Our goal: A world without waste!
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Find out more in our current brochure on ” resources SAVED by recycling “
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IMH Smart Packaging - Future perspectives for sustainable recycling
On 28 and 29 January the IMH Smart Packaging Conference at the Schani Hotel Vienna – a top-class industry event with experts from science, business and industry. Interzero was represented with a Presentation by our colleague Dr. Manica Ulcnik-Krump, Managing Director of Interzero Plastics Innovations , who spoke about the expectations, challenges and opportunities of sustainable post-consumer HDPE & PP recycling . With this important contribution, she showed what the future prospects for sustainable recycling could look like.
A central theme of the conference was the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which sets new standards for recycling and the circular economy. The demands on companies are increasing – sustainable packaging solutions are becoming mandatory. The conference offered valuable insights into the experiences of leading market participants, research institutions and academic experts.
Ultimately, the PPWR signals a clear shift from business as usual to a more sustainable future. Packaging design must adapt to the realities of recycling. The focus on infrastructure, harmonised systems and practical recyclability creates a much-needed framework to tackle packaging waste head-on.
Recycling as a resource instead of waste
“The PPWR signals a clear change – packaging can no longer be viewed as waste, but must be actively integrated into the circular economy. This requires new thinking in design, material choice and recyclability “, emphasized Dr. Manica Ulcnik-Krump in her lecture.
The importance of sustainable plastic packaging
Dr. Manica Ulcnik-Krump further explained: “The PPWR is probably the most important regulation of the last decades for packaging, plastics and recycling. It provides the framework for how sustainable packaging solutions must be designed in order to conserve resources in the long term and close cycles.”
Participation in the IMH conference was an excellent opportunity for us to present new solutions for sustainable plastic packaging Our goal is to support companies on their way to 100% recyclable packaging and to support them in adapting to the new legal framework.
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EPR service in Spain: Interzero as authorized representative of your company
Unternehmen, die verpackte Produkte, Elektro- und Elektronikgeräte (WEEE) sowie Batterien auf den spanischen Markt bringen, müssen eine Reihe von Verpflichtungen erfüllen, die sich aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung (EPR) ergeben. Dies gilt auch für ausländische Unternehmen, die zusätzlich gesetzlich verpflichtet sind, einen Bevollmächtigten in Spanien zu benennen. Wie können Sie die neuen EPR-Vorschriften in Spanien einhalten?
EPR-Verpflichtungen in Spanien für alle ausländischen Unternehmen
Die Vorschriften zur erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung (EPR) wurden in Spanien durch mehrere Rechtsakte eingeführt: Gesetz 7/2022 vom 8. April 2022 und die königlichen Dekrete 106/2008, 110/2015 und 1055/2022. Nach diesen Vorschriften müssen alle Unternehmen, die verpackte Produkte, elektrische und elektronische Geräte und Batterien nach Spanien verkaufen, eine Reihe von gesetzlichen Verpflichtungen erfüllen.
Zu den wichtigsten Verpflichtungen der EPR in Spanien gehören:
- Erhalt einer Steueridentifikationsnummer NIF (es. Número de Identificación Fiscal oder NIF),
- Eintragung in das Herstellerregister– Registro de Productores de Producto und Erhalt einer individuellen EPR-Nummer,
- Sicherstellung der Entsorgung von Verpackungsabfällen, WEEE-Geräten und Batterien, die auf dem spanischen Markt in Verkehr gebracht werden,
- Abgabe von Jahresmeldungen über die Arten und Mengen der unter die EPR-Verordnung fallenden Produkte, die der Hersteller auf dem spanischen Markt in Verkehr gebracht hat,
- Lizenzierung von in Verkehr gesetzten Verpackungen und WEEE-Geräten und Batterien
Ausländische Unternehmen können diese Aufgaben nicht selbst wahrnehmen – die EPR-Verordnungen verpflichten sie, einen Bevollmächtigten in Spanien zu benennen, der alle Verpflichtungen der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung übernimmt.
Wer ist verpflichtet, einen Bevollmächtigten in Spanien zu benennen?
Die Verpflichtung, einen Bevollmächtigten für die EPR zu benennen, obliegt Unternehmen, die nicht in Spanien ansässig sind und folgende Produkte auf den spanischen Markt bringen:
- elektrische und elektronische Geräte (z. B. Haushaltsgeräte, Audio- und Videogeräte, Unterhaltungselektronik, elektronisches Spielzeug),
- Batterien und Akkumulatoren (sowie Geräte, die Batterien oder Akkumulatoren enthalten),
- Produkte in Verpackungen:
- Inland (Packungen, in denen das Produkt an den Verbraucher geliefert wird),
- gewerblich (für die Lagerung und Verpackung in Einzelhandels- und Dienstleistungsgeschäften),
- Industrie (Sammelverpackungen für die Industrie).
Die EPR-Pflichten gelten auch für Unternehmen, die ihre Produkte über eigene Online-Shops oder Verkaufsplattformen anbieten, z. B. Amazon, Zalando oder eBay.
Nur Unternehmen, die die oben genannten Produkte über traditionelle Vertriebskanäle (stationäre Geschäfte, Großhändler) verkaufen, sind davon ausgenommen.
Keine Ausnahme für kleine Mengen: Wichtig ist, dass die spanischen EPR-Vorschriften keine quantitativen Ausnahmen vorsehen, was bedeutet, dass selbst Unternehmen, die nur wenige solcher Verpackungen oder Produkte nach Spanien verkaufen, einen Bevollmächtigten benennen müssen. Die Unterzeichnung eines Vertrags mit einer Einrichtung, die die EPR-Verpflichtungen in Spanien übernimmt, ist daher eine notwendige Bedingung, die von allen Unternehmen erfüllt werden muss, die verpackte Produkte, Batterien und Akkumulatoren sowie WEEE-Geräte auf den spanischen Markt bringen.
Haben Sie bereits einen bevollmächtigten Vertreter in Spanien? Entdecken Sie, was Interzero zu bieten hat!
Wir von Interzero unterstützen Unternehmen umfassend bei der Erfüllung ihrer Verpflichtungen, die sich aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung (EPR) ergeben. Wir bieten allen Unternehmen, die verpackte Produkte, elektrische und elektronische Geräte sowie Batterien auf dem spanischen Markt in Verkehr bringen, den Service eines Bevollmächtigten in Spanien an.
Als Ihr Bevollmächtigter in Spanien kümmern wir uns um:
- Eintragung Ihres Unternehmens in das spanische Herstellregister,
- Beitritt zum System für erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung (EPRS, SCRAP),
- Meldung über die in jedem Kalenderjahr eingeführten Verpackungen, Geräte und Batterien,
- Lizenzierung von Verpackungen und Geräten und die Vereinfachung der Zahlung von Lizenzgebühren
- Vertretung Ihres Unternehmens in Bezug auf die EPR-Verpflichtungen mit den spanischen Umweltbehörden
- Organisation des Recyclings und der Entsorgung von Verpackungen, WEEE-Geräten und Batterien, die Sie auf dem spanischen Markt in Verkehr bringen, mit unseren Dienstleistern
Informieren Sie sich über unsere Dienstleistungen und wählen Sie Interzero als Ihren autorisierten Vertreter in Spanien!
Wie mache ich Interzero zum bevollmächtigten Vertreter meines Unternehmens in Spanien?
Wenn Sie sich für Interzero entscheiden, können Sie alle Formalitäten schnell, bequem und zu 100 % online erledigen.
- Erstellen Sie ein kostenloses Konto für Ihr Unternehmen (es dauert nur 1 Minute!).
- Geben Sie die Anzahl und die Art der Verpackungen ein, die Sie versenden möchten, und berechnen Sie die Kosten für den Service.
- Bestätigen Sie Ihre Angaben und schließen Sie die Bestellung ab.
- Folgen Sie den weiteren Anweisungen, die wir Ihnen per E-Mail zusenden werden.
Sobald die Formalitäten erledigt sind, kümmern wir uns um die Eintragung Ihres Unternehmens und die Erfüllung der anderen Verpflichtungen, die sich aus der EPR in Spanien ergeben.
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FAQ
Hier finden Sie Antworten auf die am häufigsten gestellten Fragen zur Bevollmächtigung und EPR-Pflichten in Spanien. >> FAQ<<
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An authorised representative in Spain is a representative of a company who assumes the obligations of a manufacturer under the Spanish EPR regulations. If your company is not established in Spain, you can only fulfil your EPR obligations through an authorised representative!
Nach der spanischen EPR-Verordnung ist “ein Hersteller” jedes Unternehmen, das verpackte Produkte, elektrische und elektronische Geräte oder Batterien herstellt, verkauft, verpackt, importiert oder innergemeinschaftlich auf den spanischen Markt liefert, einschließlich aller Produkte, die über den elektronischen Handel verkauft werden.
Dies gilt sowohl für Unternehmen mit Sitz in Spanien als auch für ausländische Unternehmen (mit Sitz in der EU oder außerhalb der EU).
Nach den spanischen Vorschriften über die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung gelten auch die folgenden Unternehmen als Verpackungshersteller:
- Einzelhändler, Kurierdienste und Online-Händler, die Versandverpackungen für die Lieferung der von ihnen verkauften Produkte verwenden,
- Unternehmen, die nicht in Spanien ansässig sind und die Verpackungen verwenden, um Produkte auf den spanischen Markt zu bringen,
- E-Commerce-Plattformen, die Produkte in Verpackungen von außerhalb Spaniens auf den spanischen Markt bringen,
- Unternehmen, die Produkte direkt am Verkaufsort verpacken (z. B. Lebensmittel zum Mitnehmen),
- Unternehmen, die Produkte für den spanischen Markt neu verpacken.
Wenn Sie verpackte Produkte, elektrische und elektronische Geräte oder Batterien auf dem spanischen Markt in Verkehr bringen und nicht in Spanien ansässig sind, müssen Sie wahrscheinlich einen Bevollmächtigten für Ihr Unternehmen in Spanien benennen. Die Definition des Begriffs “Hersteller”, welche Sie im vorhergehenden Abschnitt finden, kann Ihnen helfen, Ihre Pflichten zu erkennen.
HINWEIS: Die spanischen EPR-Vorschriften sehen keine quantitativen Ausnahmen vor. Die EPR-Verpflichtungen müssen daher von allen Herstellern erfüllt werden, unabhängig von der Menge der verpackten Produkte, Geräte und Batterien, die auf den Markt gebracht werden.
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The obligation to appoint an authorised representative in Spain came into force on 1 January 2023. From now on, all foreign companies that place packaged products, electrical and electronic equipment or batteries on the Spanish market must fulfil their obligations as an importer through an authorised representative.
Ein Bevollmächtigter für Ihr Unternehmen in Spanien kann eine natürliche oder juristische Person oder Organisation sein, die alle folgenden Bedingungen erfüllt:
- Eine verfügbare Adresse (eingetragener Sitz) in Spanien, und übernimmt und hilft Ihnen bei der Erfüllung Ihrer Verpflichtungen, Sie bei einem der erweiterten Systeme der Herstellerverantwortung in Spanien (SCRAP) zu registrieren,
- übernimmt und unterstützt Sie bei der Erfüllung Ihrer Pflichten zur Eintragung in das Herstellerregister (Registro de Productores de Producto).
Denken Sie daran, dass Ihr Bevollmächtigter Ihre Verpflichtungen erfüllt und Sie vor den spanischen Behörden und Ämtern vertritt! Wählen Sie daher nur erfahrene, zuverlässige Bevollmächtigte, die Ihnen die höchste Qualität der Dienstleistungen garantieren können!
You should appoint an authorised representative for your company before selling packaged products, electrical equipment or batteries on the Spanish market. If you already sell these products to customers in Spain and are considered a manufacturer within the meaning of the Spanish EPR Regulation, you must appoint an authorised representative as soon as possible!
Der Bevollmächtigte Ihres Unternehmens in Spanien übernimmt die Verantwortung für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen, die sich aus den spanischen Vorschriften zur erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung ergeben. Zu seinen Aufgaben gehören daher unter anderem:
- Eintragung des Unternehmens in das Herstellerregister,
- die laufende Überwachung der Einhaltung der EPR-Vorschriften in Spanien durch das Unternehmen,
- jährliche Berichterstattung über die Arten und Mengen der in Spanien in Verkehr gebrachten Verpackungen, Ausrüstungen und Batterien,
- Organisation und Koordinierung von Tätigkeiten im Zusammenhang mit der Entsorgung von Abfällen aus den eingeführten Verpackungen, Geräten und Batterien (in der Regel beschränkt auf den Beitritt zu einem kollektiven System der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung – EPR),
- Kontakt zu lokalen Behörden und Ämtern,
- Lizenzierung der eingeführten Verpackungen und Geräte, einschließlich der Überweisung des Lizenzentgelts (das bei Überschreitung der Grenzwerte berechnet wird) an die zuständigen Behörden.
Jedes Unternehmen, das der Verpflichtung zur Bestellung eines Bevollmächtigten in Spanien nicht nachkommt, kann belangt werden:
- finanzielle Sanktionen, deren Höhe unter anderem von der Anzahl der eingeführten Behälter, Ausrüstungen und Batterien abhängt,
- Verbote für die Einführung einzelner Produkte auf dem spanischen Markt.
Interzero bietet den Service des Bevollmächtigten auch in anderen Ländern an!
Wir bieten den Service des Bevollmächtigten Vertreters in allen 27 EU-Mitgliedstaaten sowie im Vereinigten Königreich, Norwegen und der Schweiz an. So können Unternehmen, die in mehreren Ländern EPR-pflichtige Verpackungen und Produkte in Verkehr bringen, schnell, bequem und umfassend einen Bevollmächtigten in den verschiedenen europäischen Märkten einrichten.
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Über Interzero:
Interzero ist einer der führenden Dienstleister rund um die Schließung von Produkt-, Material- und Logistikkreisläufen sowie Innovationsführer im Kunststoffrecycling mit der größten Sortierkapazität Europas. Unter dem Leitgedanken “zero waste solutions” unterstützt das Unternehmen über 50.000 Kunden europaweit beim verantwortungsbewussten Umgang mit Wertstoffen und hilft ihnen so, ihre eigene Nachhaltigkeitsleistung zu verbessern und Primärressourcen zu schonen. Mit rund 2.000 Mitarbeiter:innen erzielt das Unternehmen einen Umsatz von über einer Milliarde Euro. Durch die Recyclingaktivitäten von Interzero konnten laut Fraunhofer UMSICHT allein im Jahr 2023 1,2 Millionen Tonnen Treibhausgase und 11,1 Millionen Tonnen Primärrohstoffe gegenüber der Primärproduktion eingespart werden. Als Vorreiter für zirkuläre Wirtschaft ist Interzero Träger des Deutschen Nachhaltigkeitspreises 2024 sowie dem zugehörigen Sonderpreis im Transformationsfeld “Ressourcen”. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.interzero.at.
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EPR & PPWR are on everyone’s lips, but what does that mean specifically for your company?
The extended producer responsibility (EPR) and the new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) bring profound changes for companies that place packaging on the market. After the PPWR comes into force at the beginning of 2025, companies will have to deal with stricter packaging requirements Those who do not deal with the new regulations in a timely manner risk not only higher license fees, but also additional bureaucratic hurdles and possible sanctions. The Packaging and Packaging Waste Ordinance (PPWR) will be valid throughout the EU from 2025. PPWR and EPR together are transforming the packaging industry. Your goal is: In order to implement these objectives in a measurable manner, the PPWR introduces specific measures: The new requirements mean for packaging, among other things: Companies that place products on the market in the EU are responsible for their entire life cycle : This applies not only to the products themselves, but also to packaging and other components that are disposed of by end consumers. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requires companies to ensure take-back and recycling solutions. In Austria, this currently affects three mandatory areas: packaging, waste electrical and electronic equipment and batteriesHowever, with a view to future development, the Textile recycling is becoming increasingly relevant. Extended producer responsibility is increasingly affecting textiles. Countries such as France, the Netherlands and Sweden have already introduced EPR obligations. Austria is also preparing for new regulations. The challenges of textile recycling lie in the diversity of materials – but innovative approaches show what a circular solution can look like. With the PPWR, the principle of eco-modulation gains in importance. Recyclable packaging is rewarded with lower licensing fees, while non-recyclable packaging incurs higher costs. The sooner you optimize your packaging, the more you will benefit from lower licensing fees. The transition to sustainable packaging can take months – Therefore, start early with an analysis and optimization! Find out more about how Interzero can support you in implementing the PPWR! Whitepaper for download: Interzero supports companies in the transformation necessary to implement the obligations of the PPWR in a timely manner. Get detailed information and recommendations for action on the PPWR and EPR in our white paper. Do you have questions about the white paper or the topic of “PPWR”? Do you need help with your specific problem? marketing@interzero.at
About Interzero: Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material and logistics cycles and an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions”, the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them to improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at . Find out more in our current brochure on ” resources SAVED by recycling “Packaging, Packaging Waste Ordinance – from the Directive to the EU Packaging Ordinance
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The Yellow Bag in Focus: Uniform Collection from 2025
Since January 1, 2025, there has been a uniform system for the collection of lightweight and metal packaging throughout Austria. From now on, empty packaging must be placed in the yellow bag or yellow bin throughout Austria. The aim of this standardization is to promote the circular economy and achieve the EU recycling quotas.
Why is uniform collection in the yellow bag important?
Despite the introduction of the deposit system, around 80% of lightweight and metal packaging still ends up in the yellow bag or yellow bin. Correct separation is crucial to conserve valuable resources, reduce environmental impact and ensure a functioning circular economy.
The deposit system in Austria – What does it mean for companies and consumers?
There has been a deposit system for beverage bottles and cans in Austria since 2025. Deposit packaging is labeled and belongs in the return system, while non-deposit lightweight and metal packaging must continue to be correctly separated. This is the only way to effectively increase the recycling rate. Our contribution to Interzero: As one of the collection and recycling systems (SVS) active in Austria, Interzero ensures the collection, sorting and recycling of packaging. With innovative solutions, we are making our contribution to a world without waste. You can find more information here:
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Your opportunity: Implement waste prevention projects with the support of Interzero
In Austria, waste prevention measures are actively promoted by Interzero, one of the approved collection and recycling systems (SVS) for packaging, waste electrical equipment and batteries. The financial resources are allocated via the Packaging Coordination Office (VKS) or the Waste Electrical Equipment Coordination Office (EAK). With the ongoing calls for tenders to promote waste prevention or reuse, suitable projects can still be submitted via the VKS until April 14, 2025 or via the EAK until March 31, 2025. The aim is to develop sustainable measures for qualitative and quantitative waste prevention and to reduce environmental pollution.
What is being funded – which waste prevention projects?
The funding includes a variety of measures, including:
- Measures to avoid input materials and operating resources that affect the waste quality of the product or any by-products
- Measures that lead to a reduction in production waste
- Measures that contribute to waste prevention by optimizing logistics
- Measures that lead to waste prevention through awareness-raising, training measures or the establishment of suitable networks
- Measures within the framework of the waste prevention program pursuant to Section 9a of the Waste Management Act (AWG) 2002
Repair projects and initiatives for the reuse of old electrical equipment are also eligible for funding. Basic research or pure waste separation initiatives, for example, are not eligible for funding.
Which costs and types of projects are supported in the waste prevention projects?
Funding is available to large organizations, SMEs and NGOs and can amount to up to €120,000 per year , depending on the type of project. You can find a detailed list here:
Who can submit?
The target groups are eco-social companies as well as SMEs and large companies. Depending on the type of project, the funding rate is between 30% and 100%.
How does the submission work?
Applications can be submitted to the EAK by March 31 and to the VKS by April 14, 2025. An expert jury will evaluate the projects based on criteria such as waste prevention potential, environmental impacts and economic viability. Interim reports ensure transparency during implementation.
More information and submission documents can be found here:
Our service for you : Interzero supports you as a sparring partner in the concept development and submission of your ideas. Our Customer Excellence Team is available to help you design your projects together and implement them successfully. Feel free to write to us! Use the remaining time until the submission deadline and start planning today ! Contact us to turn your idea into a strong concept.
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Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material and logistics cycles and an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions”, the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them to improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at .
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Tailor-made machine offers for your waste reduction
ORWAK POWER
The powerhouse in your warehouse and ideal for high packaging volumes
Ideal for warehouses and companies with high packaging volumes. The Orwak 3420 ensures order and space in your warehouse and also saves working time and CO₂. Press paper, cardboard and plastic film into compact, space-saving bales and save money and CO₂ by reducing transport. You can get the Orwak 3420 from us from just EUR 13,800.
ORWAK FLEX
Perfect Match for Hotels, Restaurants & Care Facilities
Perfect for hotels, restaurants and care facilities. The universal all-rounder press with a small footprint. With the Orwak 5030 you can compact semi-dry residual waste, plastic film and also food cans. This saves you space in garbage and recycling containers and allows you to extend collection intervals or reduce garbage containers. From us from EUR 8,350.
Heger TIGER
Optimal solution for packaging manufacturers and logistics companies
Especially for companies with EPS waste such as packaging manufacturers and logisticians. EPS is valuable. Due to the high material volume and low weight, the proceeds from recycling are eaten up by the transport of the recyclable material. An achievable compaction of up to 350 kg/m³ ensures efficient transport and at the same time reduces CO₂ emissions. The TIGER is available in different sizes and with numerous options such as sorting tables, buffer silos or conveyor belts. Since we tailor the machine precisely to your individual needs, we can give you a price indication during a detailed consultation.
ORWAK TOM
THE intelligent trash can for public buildings, shopping centers and airports
Ideal for shopping centers, airports and public buildings. The intelligent trash can for public areas. Save time and resources with the Smartbin Orwak TOM. By compacting the waste thrown in, you reduce the number of emptying processes required. The TOM Connect app provides you with information on the current fill level and only emptys the containers that are really full. This saves you time and effort. TOM is not only functional, but also visually appealing. With the foil in your corporate design, TOM fits perfectly into your building infrastructure. Available from EUR 5,100.
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Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material and logistics cycles and an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions”, the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them to improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at .
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EPR Competence with the Interzero Webinar - Outlook for the year 2025
On December 19, 2024, we examined key topics and trends in extended producer responsibility (EPR) as part of our webinar ” Annual Outlook 2025: EPR Trends and Developments “. This not only covered new EU-wide regulations such as the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation), but also adjustments to existing regulations such as the Battery Regulation. Participants received a comprehensive insight into the most important legislative changes and their impact on companies and industries. We also looked back at the EPR developments of 2024 and provided a well-founded outlook for 2025. Webinar highlights:
- EPR law changes : new rules and their significance for companies.
- Outlook to 2025 : Key trends and expected developments.
- Annual review : EPR trends and developments 2024.
EPR annual outlook: For you to read & our event tips
If you were unable to attend on December 19, 2024, you do not have to miss out on the content: The documents and presentation of the webinar are available for you to download. Please fill out the form below and the documents will be sent to you directly.
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Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material and logistics cycles and an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions”, the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them to improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at .
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Interzero Webinars in January
Interzero Webinars in January: EPR Compliance in Focus on January 21, 2025
The beginning of the year is the perfect time to prepare for upcoming challenges and focus on important topics. In the area of extended producer responsibility (EPR) in Europe, there will also be many innovations and requirements in 2025 that affect companies. In this article, we present two particularly exciting webinars. Find out more about the content below and how you can specifically expand your knowledge in the area of EPR in order to successfully meet the challenges and turn them into opportunities.
The new Battery Regulation 2025
In our free webinar, you will learn what changes the new Battery Regulation 2025 will bring and what obligations this will entail for manufacturers and retailers. We will highlight the most important requirements and show practical solutions for efficiently implementing legal requirements. Prepare for the new regulations now and ensure your compliance!
Webinar Highlights:
- Obligations and requirements for manufacturers and online retailers
- Overview of the innovations in the Battery Regulation 2025
- Tips for ensuring legal compliance
- Practical solutions for implementing the new requirement
Webinar details at a glance:
Date: January 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 am
Language: German
Cost: free
Go Circular 2025 – PPWR And Beyond: Eco-Fee Modulation For Sustainable Packaging
The PPWR (Packaging, Packaging Waste Regulation), a specific EU regulation for reducing packaging waste and increasing the recyclability of packaging, was adopted last year and is now coming into force. That is why we aim to give you a closer look at how the regulation is implemented in practice in this free webinar. With the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the European Union has set ambitious goals for the circular economy, particularly for the integration of recycled materials in packaging. In this webinar, leading experts will discuss how companies can implement these goals in practice.
Webinar Highlights:
- Insights into PPWR requirements and their impact on the packaging industry
- Examples of best practices in implementing recycling targets in companies
- The role of ecologically modulated royalties as an important lever for sustainable packaging design
Webinar details at a glance:
Date: January 21, 2025
Time: 12:00
Language: English
Cost: free
Join us on January 21, 2025 at 12 noon and start the year 2025 well informed!
About Interzero:
Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material and logistics cycles and an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions”, the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them to improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at .
Find out more in our current brochure on ” resources SAVED by recycling “
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