Recycling Policy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2023

Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Ceisteanna (104)

Willie O'Dea

Ceist:

104. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the number of businesses that have registered with Re-Turn, as part of the national deposit return scheme, since registration opened in November 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9944/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications

As of now, registrations of both producers and retailers are in line with the projections of the scheme operator, Re-turn. Producers representing about 70% of the beverage market, by volume, and 135 retailers have completed the first stage of the registration process.