《陕西省生活垃圾分类管理条例》7月1日施行

Core Points - The Shaanxi Provincial People's Congress has passed the "Shaanxi Province Household Waste Classification Management Regulations," which will take effect on July 1, consisting of 9 chapters and 52 articles [1][2] - The regulations aim to improve the effectiveness of waste management in Shaanxi, addressing issues such as unclear departmental responsibilities and inadequate recycling systems [1] Group 1: Responsibilities and Standards - The regulations clarify the responsibilities for waste classification in residential areas, assigning duties to property management companies, homeowners' committees, or local community committees based on the management structure of the residential area [1] - Waste is categorized into four types: recyclable materials, hazardous waste, kitchen waste, and other waste, with specific definitions for each category [2] Group 2: Collection and Transportation - Urban waste collection and transportation will be organized by environmental sanitation authorities, while rural waste will be managed by village committees and local governments [2] - The regulations prohibit the feeding of livestock with untreated kitchen waste and the use of waste cooking oil for food production [2] Group 3: Source Reduction and Recycling - The regulations encourage businesses in e-commerce, delivery, and hospitality to use electronic shipping documents and reusable packaging, promoting the reduction of single-use items [2] - Recycling operators are encouraged to innovate their collection methods by setting up recycling points in residential areas, shopping malls, and supermarkets, and utilizing smart recycling machines [3]