Hollands Kroon Introduces New Recycle Tariff Impacting Waste Management

Hollands Kroon Introduces Recycling Tariff in 2022

In 2022, Hollands Kroon implemented a new recycle tariff affecting waste management. This initiative divides the waste disposal fee into a fixed and a variable component, giving residents a direct influence on their payments.

2025 Tariff Adjustments

By 2025, the tariff structures have been revised. The fixed rate has been reduced while the variable rate has been increased. This adjustment benefits efficient waste separators, offering them reduced charges and incentivizing better waste management practices.

Environmental Impact

Reducing waste translates to fewer pollutants entering the environment, positively affecting air, water, and soil quality. The recycle tariff aims to calculate waste processing costs, known as the waste disposal fee, comprising fixed and variable portions.

Cost Components in 2025 Municipal Tax Bill

The upcoming 2025 municipal tax bills for residents and businesses will include two types of costs for waste disposal:

• The fixed tariff for 2025, a set amount paid by everyone.
• The variable rate for 2024, dependent on the amount of waste disposed of in 2024.

Encouraging Waste Reduction

The recycle tariff has significantly reduced residual waste amounts. In 2023, each resident offered 50 kilograms less residual waste, benefiting both the environment and their finances, as residual waste is costly and polluting.

Strengthening Positive Effects

To amplify cost and climate benefits, Hollands Kroon will widen the gap between fixed and variable waste disposal fee components, making residual waste disposal more expensive and lowering the fixed fee. This shift further promotes reduced waste disposal.

Waste Separation in 2023

In 2023, each resident disposed of 94 kilograms of waste, with only 25 kilograms being actual residual waste. Properly disposing of materials like organic waste, paper, plastic, glass, textiles, and reusable items reduces the amount sent to incinerators.

Further Information and Saving Tips

Curious about the new tariffs? Visit the Recycle Tariff FAQ page by the Municipality of Hollands Kroon for an overview.

For insights on waste separation and cost savings, explore the HVC Group website.