Constantin Apostol, CEO of As Metal, attended the event organised on the topic of Romania’s SGR system, launched in November 2023.
The conference brought together representatives of RetuRO, producers, retailers, industry associations, environmental, recycling and waste management companies, OIREPs, local administrative authorities and intercommunity development associations, alongside central authorities, through the حضور of Mr Mircea FECHET – Minister of Environment, Waters and Forests, and Ms Mihaela FRĂSINEANU – State Counsellor within the Chancellery of the Prime Minister.
The RetuRO system is a clear example of how collaboration between the private sector, public authorities and civil society can generate innovative solutions to the challenges related to waste management and environmental protection.
Concrete action is needed for the collection and subsequent recycling of materials, with industry playing a key role in implementing sustainable development objectives.
Legislative support, community involvement, and investment in infrastructure, technology and education are essential in order to maximise the benefits of this process and achieve the transition towards a circular economy in Romania.
“Recycling is an industrial process, we do not do it at home, because it is an extremely complex process that requires special authorisations. Not everyone recycles in Romania and there are not very many recyclers. As regards the circular economy, SGR is one component, but for now we are discussing the area of collection and temporary storage,” stated Mr Constantin Apostol during the
event.
Romania’s sustainable development requires focused and coordinated efforts to promote sustainable practices across all sectors of the economy. Investment in recycling technologies and infrastructure, together with education and public awareness, is crucial to maximising the benefits of this process and building a responsible society.
Through innovation, collaboration and commitment, we can transform this valuable metal, aluminium, into a sustainable resource, conserving natural resources and reducing the quantities of waste generated and deposited or discarded into the environment. Expanding the collection and recycling of aluminium can become a fundamental pillar of this strategy, bringing long-term benefits both for the environment and for the economy.