
Waste
Separate and save
Every household produces waste, but many materials that are thrown away can still be used.
Setting up a citizen-friendly recycling centre and changing to collection and transportation of waste based on weight has enabled us to reduce our quantity of non-recyclable waste to the lowest per head in Saarland. This conserves valuable raw materials and energy and also cuts harmful emissions.
Further information about the Merzig waste system can be found on the following pages and under the relevant waste types.