Publication type: Report
The purpose of this study is to research how matching has worked in other territories, and to develop an up-to-date evidence base on whether and how matching could benefit the UK system and be practically implemented. The findings will support the upcoming consultation for the UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations. This study concludes that matching by collection points is a potentially feasible solution for the UK, aiming at levelling the playing field and driving more PCS participation in physical collection. It also shows that, whilst matching would not in itself increase WEEE collections, it may be a useful support for wider reforms to the UK WEEE system. Conversely, this study also highlights that implementation of an effective matching system hinges on changes and supplementary initiatives in the wider system. The study explains why matching by collection points would be the preferred form for the UK if matching were to be adopted. The feasibility analysis details the benefits that matching could bring to the WEEE system, while also clearly noting the potential consequences of matching on individual stakeholders, with mitigation where appropriate. Finally, it outlines what further work is seen to be desirable as part of the wider review of the UK’s WEEE system.
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