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Poland plans to launch deposit refund system next year

11.04.2024 22:30
The Polish environment ministry is planning to launch a deposit refund scheme next year.
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The initiative is aimed at encouraging consumers to recycle by offering refunds on returned containers.

Polish Deputy Climate and Environment Minister Anita Sowińska underscored the system's aim to protect the environment, aligning with the EU's push for a circular economy and reduced waste production.

Radio Poland's Agnieszka Łaszczuk has more.

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