Lebanon is addressing its waste management issues by transitioning to a circular economy, focusing on circular packaging and product reuse. Short-term strategies include awareness-raising and pilot projects, while medium-term strategies involve restrictions on single-use plastics and incentives for reusable products. Long-term strategies include implementing a Deposit Refund System and Extended Producer Responsibility. Pricing based on weight for waste disposal, taxing single-use plastics, and promoting recyclable product design are key approaches. Collaboration among stakeholders is essential for successful implementation.

Key Insights

• Transitioning to a circular economy in Lebanon involves short-term, medium-term, and long-term strategies.
• Strategies include raising awareness, implementing pricing incentives, and promoting recyclable product design.
• International examples, such as the EU’s Circular Economy Action Plan, offer successful models for Lebanon to follow.
• Collaboration among stakeholders, including business support organizations and NGOs, is crucial for effective implementation.
• Legislative support, stakeholder collaboration, and public awareness are key factors in the transition to a circular economy in Lebanon.

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