Guide to the preparation of regional waste prevention concepts.

Waste prevention is the most effective form of resource conservation and an essential measure for climate protection. It includes measures that are taken before a product becomes waste. Effective waste prevention requires the participation of all. Municipalities have a special role to play in this, as they act as role models and stimulate waste prevention through incentives. As waste producers, they are able to adapt their actions accordingly. Against this background, the Federal Environment Agency, on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, the Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology, has developed a practice-oriented guideline for the preparation of a waste prevention concept for municipalities. The guide contains practical guidance, proposed measures, a wide range of implementation tips and numerous best practice examples.