Collection Systems in Poland
- EPR Scheme
- Multiple / Rekopol
- Deposit Return
- Yes — PLN 0.50 since Jan 2025
- Collection Streams
- 3
- Last Major Change
- 2025 — DRS launch + mandatory textile collection
About
Poland uses a color-coded container system with Yellow for packaging, Blue for paper, Green for glass, and Brown for bio-waste. Collection methods vary by municipality. Since 1 Jan 2025, every municipality must provide textile collection via PSZOK (recycling centres).
Collection Streams
Important Notes
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Since 1 Jan 2025, every municipality must provide textile collection at least via PSZOK
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Bio-waste rules vary significantly by municipality—many exclude meat/bones/dairy from bio-waste
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PSZOK (recycling centres) are important drop-off points for many special waste streams
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The packaging-only rule is critical for plastic and metal streams