Waste Law in Austria

Waste law plays a central role in both European and national environmental legislation. Comprehensive European and Austrian legal frameworks aim to ensure sustainable resource use and the creation of a circular economy wherever possible, while also preventing environmental harm caused by uncontrolled treatment and storage of waste.

We advise on all legal matters related to waste prevention, recovery, disposal, and transboundary shipment of waste. Our services range from drafting legal opinions on the classification of materials and substances under waste law, to managing approvals for waste treatment plants, and advising and representing collection and recovery systems. We know waste law inside out.

What we do: We advise you on all legal issues relating to the avoidance, utilisation, disposal and transfer of waste. From the preparation of expert opinions on the classification of materials and substances under waste law, to the management of licences for waste treatment plants, to advice and representation of collection and recycling systems. We know waste law like the back of our hand.