But monkeys in the deposit system? The Ministry of Climate takes the floor

Decision on a possible legislative initiative regarding the inclusion of disposable small bottles, the so-called monkeys, will be taken in 2026 – said the Ministry of Climate and Environment (MKiŚ) in response to a parliamentary question.

In the interpellation, the Ministry of Climate was asked, among others: whether it is currently conducting analyzes regarding the inclusion of disposable glass bottles (so-called “monkeys”) in the deposit system.

“Including an additional fraction (so-called monkeys – PAP) in the system (refund deposit – PAP), in addition to the additional load on stores and reducing the stream of glass waste in the municipal system, would require significant investments in infrastructure. Currently, deposit systems are planned for three fractions clearly indicated in the Act and infrastructure and logistics are being built for these three streams. The Ministry of Culture and Environment does not excludes changes in this respect in the subsequent years of the system's operation,” it was written.

“The decision on a possible legislative initiative will be made in 2026. However, first the deposit system must be fully operational so that its effectiveness in its current form can be assessed,” it added.

In the opinion of the Ministry of Environmental Protection, it is crucial to ensure the possibility of developing the deposit system in a stable legal environment, and to subject any legislative changes to broad consultations and to introduce them with an appropriate vacatio legis, giving entrepreneurs time to adapt. (PAP Business)

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