WEEEmääräysten

WEEEmääräysten, also known as the WEEE Directive, is a European Union regulation aimed at promoting the environmentally sound management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The directive was established to minimize the environmental impact of WEEE and to encourage the recycling and reuse of these materials. It applies to all member states of the EU and aims to reduce the amount of WEEE that ends up in landfills by setting mandatory recycling targets.

The WEEEmääräysten directive covers a wide range of electrical and electronic equipment, including large household appliances, IT and telecommunications equipment, consumer equipment, lighting equipment, and electrical and electronic tools. It requires manufacturers and importers to take responsibility for the collection, recycling, and recovery of their products at the end of their useful life.

The directive sets specific recycling targets for each type of equipment, which must be achieved by member states. These targets are reviewed and updated regularly to ensure they remain ambitious and effective. The WEEEmääräysten also includes provisions for the treatment of hazardous substances and the recovery of valuable materials, such as metals and plastics.

The implementation of the WEEEmääräysten has led to significant improvements in the recycling and reuse of WEEE across the EU. It has also contributed to the reduction of hazardous waste and the conservation of natural resources. The directive is an important step towards a more sustainable and circular economy, where the use of resources is minimized and waste is reduced.