A public consultation on Wales’ proposed Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has been launched by Huw Irranca-Davies, Deputy First Minister of Wales. This proposal is mainly based on the concept of reuse over recycling to reduce waste and promote net zero. This scheme comprises a 12-week consultation on the DRS (Deposit Return Scheme), which began its historic journey on 18th August at Corona Pop Factory in Porth. This would continue till 10 November, which would be helping to implement the scheme.
Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, said, “Wales has always led by example on environmental action, and the deposit return scheme represents our next bold step forward. By putting reuse at the centre of our approach, we’re not just tackling waste – we’re creating a model that other nations can follow. This scheme will drive innovation, create green jobs, and help tackle both the climate and nature crises simultaneously”.
The DRS scheme in Wales and the UK will give a basic financial incentive to consumers for returning empty drink cans. Wales is already positioned second in the recycling rate all across the world, and the government of Wales says that the new DRS would help cut down waste, recycle litter and achieve its net zero initiative.
Commenting on the launch, Tom Giddings, executive director of Alupro, added, “We’re pleased to see momentum, ambition and further progress when it comes to designing a world-leading DRS in Wales. At Alupro, our priority is to champion initiatives to increase the recycling rate and circularity of aluminium packaging, so it’s positive to see the Welsh Government actively exploring other options to achieve the measures set out in its hugely ambitious Beyond Recycling circular economy strategy.
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