Biodegradable waste
The term “biodegradable waste” refers to waste originating from plants, animals or microbial activity. It includes many types of waste that affect different economic areas and industries such as agriculture, the food industry, private consumption and energy production. This broad range shows that the term “biodegradable waste” to is relevant to numerous activities and a similar number of stakeholders.
On the following pages we present some useful information on the current status of biodegradable waste recovery in Switzerland and the processes and stakeholders involved.
Organic waste from industry and commerce
Further information
Types of waste
The term “biodegradable waste” refers to waste originating from plants, animals or microbial activity. It includes many types of waste that affect different economic areas and industries such as agriculture, the food industry, private consumption and energy production. This broad range shows that the term “biodegradable waste” to is relevant to numerous activities and a similar number of stakeholders.
Waste recycling
Material and energy recovery from organic waste makes an important contribution to climate protection and to the conservation of resources in Switzerland.
Recycled manure
Composting and fermentation of organic waste are important waste recovery methods and their importance is steadily increasing.
Legislation on composting and anaerobic digestion
Here you will find a list of the federal regulations governing composting and anaerobic digestion. Various cantonal regulations also apply.
Associations and interest groups involved in biodegradable waste treatment
Associations and interest groups involved in biodegradable waste treatment