Barcelona vs London: Who is leading the way in waste management and recycling?
Barcelona vs London: Who is leading the way in waste management and recycling ? Recycling plays a crucial role in mitigating the environmental impact of waste. By examining Barcelona and London, two major cities with different approaches and challenges, we can gain insights into how urban centers tackle waste management and promote recycling . Waste Production and Recycling Rates Barcelona generated 1.4 million tons of waste in 2020, amounting to 455 kg per person annually, and achieved a recycling rate of 40% in the metropolitan area. In contrast, London produced 7 million tons of waste in 2021, equating to a staggering 787 kg per person per year, with a recycling rate of just 33%, the lowest in the UK. Despite these differences, both cities aim to significantly improve recycling rates by 2030, targeting 65% to align with EU directives or local policies. Representation of different recycling systems: Barcelona, with a unified system, on the left an...