Research on post-separation of PMD in Almere and implementation plan for new collection system
Market research on source versus post-separation of PMD (plastic, metals, and drink cartons) and an implementation plan for the new collection system commissioned by the municipality of Almere.
2022 - 2023
Inquiry
Which option is better for Almere, source or post-separation of PMD? The council stipulated that post-separation performance should at least match that of source separation and that sufficient post-separation capacity must be available.
Approach
- Investigating expected performance and costs of post-separation based on benchmarks from Dutch post-separation facilities to compare with sourcing PMD.
- Drafting a council proposal for implementing post-separation of PMD in Almere, considering additional costs in comparison to source-separation.
- Organizing four technical information sessions for council members on the research results and implementation plan.
- Developing the implementation and milestone plan for the new collection system in Almere, in collaboration with the municipality's organization.
Outcome
The council proposal was adopted by the Almere municipal council. The implementation plan is set to be rolled out in 2024.
Council proposal on additional costs of post-separation
Council information session on market research for post-separation of PMD
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