Overview

In June 2018, the Executive of Uruguay submitted Bill 1100/2018 to the General Assembly. This bill aims to preserve the environment by promoting sustainable development through the reduction and prevention of negative impacts caused by waste generation and management.

Key Provisions

The bill engages the entire population by establishing a general duty for all public and private entities, along with an individual responsibility for every citizen, to minimize waste generation and enhance its management in accordance with environmental regulations.

Public organizations are given a deadline of two years from the enactment of the bill to implement waste segregation systems, distinguishing between recyclable and non-recyclable materials.

Additionally, the bill proposes the creation of the National Fund for Waste Management (FONAGRES in Spanish) to finance waste and special waste management programs initiated by local governments.

The bill is currently under review by the General Assembly.