Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia

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Levan Davitashvili " Establishment of Modern Waste Management System is a priority for our country "

The Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Levan Davitashvili attended the summary meeting of the legislative package on Extended Producer Responsibility  (EPR). 

“The drafting process was quite time-consuming. Considering Association Agreement with the European Union, the legislation on waste management has been brought into line with the EU Directives, under which, the approaches for modern waste management will be gradually introduced. The Waste management approaches have significantly changed in Georgia in recent years. After the new regulations come into force, some adjustments will be made to the document in case of necessity. However, we tried our best to take into consideration opinions of all stakeholders - the state, self-government and business " Levan Davitashvili said.

The introduction of the principle of  extended producer responsibilty addresses management of the following specific waste including, packaging waste, electrical and electronic equipment, used oils, accumulators and batteries, tires and other vehicles .

It should be noted, that National Waste Management Strategy and National Action Plan have been developed at the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia.

The works on the technical regulations covering the legislative package were implemented with the assistance of the European Union, USAID, SIDA, through engagement of international and local experts.

The representatives of the USAID and CENN organized the meeting.