Collection Systems in Lithuania
- EPR Scheme
- Multiple / Zaliasis Taskas
- Deposit Return
- Yes — EUR 0.10 via USAD
- Collection Streams
- 6
- Last Major Change
- 2024 — Mandatory food waste collection
About
Lithuania uses a color-coded container system with Yellow for packaging, Blue for paper, and Green for glass. Separate food waste collection started nationwide on 1 Jan 2024, but collection methods vary. A deposit return scheme operates for beverage containers.
Collection Streams
Important Notes
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Separate food waste collection started nationwide on 1 Jan 2024, but collection methods vary—some use dedicated containers, others use bag-and-sort approach
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The deposit return scheme (DRS) is separate from municipal recycling—return eligible containers for a refund
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Aerosols may need special handling—check local guidance
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Collection methods vary by municipality—check local guidance