Collection Systems in Romania
- EPR Scheme
- Multiple / Eco-Rom Ambalaje
- Deposit Return
- Yes — RON 0.50 via SGR RetuRO since Nov 2023
- Collection Streams
- 5
- Last Major Change
- 2025 — Mandatory textile + hazardous waste collection
About
Romania uses a color-coded container system with Yellow for packaging, Blue for paper, Green for glass, and Brown for bio-waste. Since 1 Jan 2025, municipalities must ensure separate textile collection and household hazardous waste collection. A deposit return scheme (SGR RetuRO) operates for beverage containers.
Collection Streams
Important Notes
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Since 1 Jan 2025, municipalities must ensure separate textile collection and household hazardous waste collection
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Bio-waste rules vary significantly by municipality—many exclude meat/dairy/oils from bio-waste
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The deposit return scheme (SGR RetuRO) is separate from municipal recycling—return eligible containers for a refund
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Collection methods vary by municipality—always check local guidance
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Some Romanian systems are still effectively 2 fractions: wet/residual vs dry/recyclable—follow the operator's instructions