www.g4media.ro/romania-ultimul-loc-ue-utilizarea-m

Romania has the lowest recycling rate in the EU, with only 1.3% of materials recycled in 2024. This contrasts sharply with the EU average of 12.2%. The article discusses the implications of inefficient resource use, which costs the global economy €25.4 trillion annually. Upcoming EU regulations aim to improve packaging recycling and reduce waste. From 2026, large companies will be prohibited from destroying unsold clothing, while medium-sized firms will follow in 2030. The article emphasizes the need for better waste separation and recycling infrastructure to enhance circular economy practices.