The Zero Waste Regulation, published in the Official Gazette dated 12 July 2019 and numbered 30829, aims to reduce waste at source, collect it separately and return it to recovery. The regulation covers a wide range of organisations, from public institutions and shopping centres to factories and educational institutions.
What is expected of businesses?
- Setting up a zero waste management system and appointing a responsible person
- Collecting waste separately at source by type (paper, plastic, glass, metal, etc.)
- Delivering the collected waste to licensed collection-sorting or recycling facilities
- Recording waste quantities and reporting them to the relevant systems
Step-by-step implementation
- Identify your current waste types and quantities.
- Place collection equipment with the appropriate colour codes.
- Inform your employees about separate collection.
- Sign a regular collection agreement with a licensed facility.
- Archive your delivery records regularly.
Colour codes
| Colour | Waste type |
|---|---|
| Blue | Paper – cardboard |
| Yellow | Plastic |
| Green | Glass |
| Grey | Metal |
| Brown | Organic waste |
| Black | Non-recyclable waste |
At Çankaya Katı Atık, we accept, sort and recycle your packaging waste at our licensed facilities. Contact us for a collection plan.
