Managing waste

Taking action to reduce waste and its impact.

Funding to deliver key recommendation of Scotland’s Climate Assembly.

Scotland first UK nation to pursue ban on some of the most problematic products.

Draft guidance for the implementation of the Environmental Protection (Single-use Plastic Products) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 (the Regulations). A final version will be produced before the Regulations come into force on 1 June 2022.

The Scottish Government and NHS Assure have developed a draft Climate Emergency and Sustainability Strategy 2022 to 2026 for NHS Scotland. This is open for consultation until 10 February 2022. Comments should be returned on the template in the supporting documents by email.

This report is part of the research project undertaken by the James Hutton Institute on the impacts on human health and environment arising from the spreading of sewage sludge to land (CR/2016/23).

This is the project summary of the research project undertaken by the James Hutton Institute on the impacts on human health and environment arising from the spreading of sewage sludge to land (CR/2016/23).

This workshop summary report is part of the research project undertaken by the James Hutton Institute on the impacts on human health and environment arising from the spreading of sewage sludge to land (CR/2016/23).

This report on sewage sludge processing systems is part of the research project undertaken by the James Hutton Institute on the impacts on human health and environment arising from the spreading of sewage sludge to land (CR/2016/23).

This report on the risks to human health is part of the research project undertaken by the James Hutton Institute on the impacts on human health and environment arising from the spreading of sewage sludge to land (CR/2016/23).

Sets out our overarching framework for engaging the people of Scotland in the transition to a net zero nation which is prepared for the effects of our changing climate.

Full Equality Impact Assessment on an amendment to the Single Use Carrier Bags Charge (Scotland) Regulations 2014

Children's Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) for the the Single Use Carrier Bags Charge (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2021.

The Single Use Carrier Bags Charge (Scotland) Amendment Regulations Islands Communities Screening Assessment 2021.

Final Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA) for proposed changes to the Single Use Carrier Bags (Scotland) Regulations 2021.

Help combat plastic waste.

Draft strategic environmental assessment of the update to the Climate Change Plan 2018 to 2032. The appendices are available as a supporting file on this page.

This update to Scotland's 2018-2032 Climate Change Plan sets out the Scottish Government's pathway to our new and ambitious targets set by the Climate Change Act 2019. It is a key strategic document on our green recovery from COVID-19.

Consultation on proposals to amend our current regulations on PCBs to ensure that we comply with the new limits set out in EU legislation.

Research on the plastic value chain in Scotland to better understand this landscape and the potential for intervention to address marine plastic pollution.

Helping end our throw-away culture.

Accompanying partial business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for 'Delivering Scotland's circular economy: proposals for legislation'.

Partial equalities impact assessment (EQIA) on proposed legislation for the circular economy bill.

We are seeking your views on proposed legislation for the circular economy bill and secondary legislation.

A report setting out a table of the values which have been derived and the approach that was taken to generating them.

First Minister announces support for shops tackling throwaway culture.

Our response to the first set of recommendations from the Expert Panel on Environmental Charging and Other Measures (EPECOM) on single-use disposable beverage cups, and details of actions that we will take to deliver them.

Cotton bud ban comes into force.

Ambitious scheme takes shape.

This is a copy of the proposed regulations and an accompanying statement that have been laid before the Scottish Parliament for a 91-day period for comment.

The first report from Expert Panel on Environmental Charging and Other Measures (EPECOM) sets out its recommendations to tackle the dependence on, and environmental impact of, single-use disposable beverage cups in Scotland.

Behaviour change to reduce single-use cup use.

Final business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for The Removal, Storage and Disposal of Vehicles (Prescribed Sums and Charges etc.) (Scotland) Regulations 2019 and The Police (Retention and Disposal of Motor Vehicles) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2019.

Social and economic benefits of Deposit Return.

Summary of equality impact assessment (EQIA) of deposit return scheme for Scotland.

This strategic environmental assessment (SEA) post adoption statement details the environmental considerations that have gone into the design of the deposit return scheme for Scotland.

A further assessment of the potential for equalities impacts from deposit return and proposed mitigation of any negative impacts.

Phase 1 of the Full Business Case (FBC) that underpins the design for the deposit return scheme for Scotland.

Call for immediate action on greenhouse gases.

Sets out how Scotland can work to deliver it's commitment to reduce food waste by 33% by 2025.

Summary of study regarding treatment options for Scottish biodegradable municipal waste.

Study regarding treatment options for Scottish biodegradable municipal waste.

Action on throwaway culture among motorists.

Deposit Return Scheme update.

Analysis of reponses to the deposit return scheme for Scotland consultation.

Protecting the marine environment.

Fighting the throwaway culture.

Doubling of funding.

Deposit return scheme consultation.

Consultation on the options for distinct elements of a deposit return scheme on beverage containers, seeking views on which options will deliver the best results for Scotland.

Communities to receive help to reduce plastic waste and marine litter.

Members appointed to expert panel.

Proposal to ban the manufacture and sale of plastic cotton buds.

£8.4 million to reduce emissions and household waste.

Our circular economy strategy to build a strong economy, protect our resources and support the environment.