circular economy

Food waste issues in relation to the mandatory reporting of its production for the needs of the Waste Framework Directive

Ing. Dagmar Vološinová, Ing. Robert Kořínek, Ph.D. and Dr. Yelizaveta Chernysh – 4/2022

From this year, the European Union member states are obliged to introduce preventive measures that will reduce the amount of food waste at all stages of the food chain. The presented paper deals with this current topic, presents possible procedures for obtaining data on food waste production at various stages of the food chain and shows the results of our own research and analysis
about the usability of these data for reporting obligations and demonstrating
future reductions.

Ash management in the circular economy of municipalities

Ing. Dagmar Vološinová, Ing. Václav Vachuška, Ing. Elžbieta Čejka, Ing. Robert Kořínek, Ph.D., Ing. Aleš Vachuška and Ing. Jan Vachuška – 6/2021

Ash from small heat sources is produced by burning solid fuels such as wood and coal. Based on a survey conducted by the article authors, ash from small heat sources can be considered the most significant waste stream in smaller municipalities in the Czech Republic. This material has considerable potential for reducing waste production, landfilling and consumption of primary raw materials.

Municipal waste management in the light of new regulations

Ing. Dagmar Vološinová, Ing. Robert Kořínek, Ph.D. and Ing. Jiří Kučera – 5/2021

Modern municipal services in solid waste management usually include cleaning and cleaning of public spaces, collection, transport, recycling and disposal of generated waste. Solid waste management services are among the most expensive and complicated municipal work systems for the public. At the same time, it can also be the least awarded communal service. Water, electricity, firefighting and police protection meet the daily needs of residents and businesses fundamentally and immediately. Therefore these services are given a much higher priority by the community and its leadership. Waste management services are usually one of the most minor „fragrant“ public services, but their flawless functionality and efficiency have far-reaching implications.