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Waste Management Permits

What permits do I need to start a recycling business?

To operate a recycling facility, you typically need an Environmental Decision (via EIA or screening) and registration in the electronic waste management system. The specific requirements depend on the type and volume of waste you intend to process. We assist with the entire permitting process.

Who needs a Waste Management Plan?

Any company generating more than 120 tons of non-hazardous waste or 2 tons of hazardous waste annually must prepare a 3-year Waste Management Plan. This plan details waste types, quantities, and disposal methods and must be submitted to the Ministry for approval.

What is the Environmental Manager's role?

An Environmental Manager is a mandatory appointee for qualifying companies. Their role is to oversee waste management practices, maintain records, ensure legal compliance, and report data to the Ministry. We can help you draft the appointment order and define their legal responsibilities.

How does Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) work?

Importers and manufacturers of specific items like tires, oils, batteries, and electronics must join a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO). This involves paying fees to ensure these products are properly collected and recycled at the end of their life cycle. We handle PRO membership legalities.

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Note: This service (1124) differs from the previous one (1123). Here we discuss waste collection, transportation, pre-treatment, and recycling (recovery), not just final disposal.

Waste management permits cover a wide range of activities: waste collection, temporary storage, transportation, and recovery (recycling). Georgian legislation encourages a circular economy and waste reuse. Companies that collect and process waste (paper, plastic, metal, oil) are required to register or obtain an appropriate permit. Requirements for hazardous waste management are particularly strict. Legal services in this field include company registration in the electronic waste management system, fulfilling the obligation to appoint an environmental manager, and agreeing on a waste management plan with the Ministry.

What Does Waste Management Legal Service Cover?

Our lawyers will help you legalize your waste management business:

  • Registration and Permits: Registration for waste collection/transportation and obtaining a hazardous waste management permit.
  • Waste Management Plan: Preparing the company's 3-year waste management plan and agreeing it with the Ministry.
  • Electronic Reporting: Legal support for working in the electronic waste management system and reporting.
  • Environmental Manager: Legal formalities for appointing an environmental manager and defining their functions.
  • Recycling Facilities: Obtaining the Environmental Decision required for a waste recycling plant.
  • EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility): Legal assurance of membership in management organizations for specific wastes (tires, oils, electronics).

Common Scenarios and Needs

Many companies do not realize that if they generate more than 120 tons of non-hazardous waste (or 2 tons of hazardous) per year, they need a management plan and an environmental manager. Failure to comply leads to fines. Also, scrap collection points and car services often have problems with improper storage of hazardous waste (batteries, oils). The main challenge in the recycling business is the legal acquisition and transportation of raw materials (waste).

Georgian Legislation and Regulations

The main act is the "Waste Management Code". Registration rules are outlined in the Government Decree "On the Rule of Registration of Waste Collection, Transportation, Pre-treatment and Temporary Storage". EPR is regulated by technical regulations on the management of specific wastes.

The Process: How a Specialist Works

The lawyer assesses the company's activities and determines waste codes. Then a waste management plan is prepared, detailing separation and removal schemes. If the company transports waste, the lawyer helps register vehicles. For EPR subjects, the lawyer selects the best collective organization and concludes a contract.

Why Legal.ge?

Waste management is a rapidly growing and regulated business. Legal.ge gives you access to lawyers who understand circular economy principles and Ministry requirements. Specialists on our platform will help you build a legal waste management system and avoid environmental sanctions. Turn waste into a resource with Legal.ge.

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