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Česká vláda schválila nový plán na recyklaci plastových lahví a plechovek. Zavede zálohový systém, kde lidé vrátí láhve a plechovky za peníze. Opatření má podporu, ale i kritiku . Některé obce a podniky se obávají vyšších nákladů . Cílem je snížit odpad a zlepšit životní prostředí. Nyní čeká na schválení v parlamentu .
Translation
The Czech government has approved a new plan for recycling plastic bottles and cans. It will introduce a deposit scheme where people return bottles and cans for money. The measure has both support and criticism. Some municipalities and businesses worry about higher costs. The aim is to reduce waste and improve the environment. It now awaits approval in parliament.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: What new plan did the Czech government approve?
The Czech government approved a deposit system for recycling plastic bottles and cans.
Question 2: What are some concerns mentioned about the new recycling plan?
Some municipalities and businesses are worried about higher costs.
Exercise: Vocabulary
schválit - approve
zálohový - deposit
opatření (n.) - measure
kritika (f.) - criticism
náklad (m.) - cost
parlament (m.) - parliament
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▌30/11/2024
The Czech government has approved a new initiative aimed at recycling plastic bottles and aluminium cans by introducing a deposit system. The decision, which has attracted both support and criticism, forms part of a broader amendment to the country's packaging legislation.
The newly endorsed policy, spearheaded by the Ministry of the Environment, intends to impose a refundable deposit on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and cans to encourage consumers to recycle these materials responsibly. If the measure receives parliamentary approval, it could be implemented in the coming years.
Despite gaining government support, the proposal has encountered substantial opposition from some local municipalities and business associations. Critics argue that the initiative may lead to operational complexities and increased costs, particularly affecting smaller local governments and businesses already dealing with various financial constraints.
Czech Government Approves PET Bottle Deposit Laws (Illustration)
Proponents of the deposit system highlight the potential environmental benefits, emphasizing reduced littering and increased recycling rates, which could contribute positively to sustainable waste management and the reduction of plastic pollution. They also suggest that the scheme aligns with the European Union's broader environmental goals.
The current legislative push is reflective of a growing global trend towards adopting circular economy principles, where the economic model aims to eliminate waste and continually use resources through recycling and re-purposing materials.
As of now, the legislation is awaiting further discussions and potential amendments before it can proceed through the Czech parliament. Those in favour and against continue to lobby for adjustments to the proposed system, underscoring the importance and complexity of achieving a consensus on environmental policies in the Czech Republic.
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