Key Determinants of Municipal Waste Sorting in Slovakia

The Slovak Republic does not meet the targets of the waste economy in the long run. In order to meet these objectives, it is necessary to make changes to the current system of municipal waste management. Building on an empirical analysis, this paper focuses on the evaluation of the production of municipal waste and the factors that influence the level of municipal waste sorting as a prerequisite for the maximal re-use, recovery, or recycling of municipal waste. The type of fee for municipal waste was confirmed as the most significant factor for the higher rate of municipal waste sorting, and pertinent recommendations were suggested according to the needs of Slovak municipalities.

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The Slovak Republic is not meeting the waste economy targets in the long run, so changes are needed in the current municipal waste management system. The type of fee for municipal waste was identified as the most significant factor influencing waste sorting rates, with recommendations tailored to the needs of Slovak municipalities.