Fines for garbage classification: Inadequacies from instructions to infrastructure

Cao Thơm |

The imposition of a fine of up to VND1 million for not sorting waste is causing controversy because people say they have not been given adequate guidance.

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Hanoi Department of Natural Resources and Environment has not yet classified garbage

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From January 1, 2025, according to the Law on Environmental Protection 2020, households and individuals must classify waste at source (PLRTN) into 3 groups.

People complain that waste classification at source is still difficult, inappropriate and unreasonable

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Based on the actual observations of the reporter, the application of the new regulation on waste classification at source still has many shortcomings, especially the lack of preparation.

From today, people who do not classify garbage will be punished

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Households and individuals who do not classify waste will be fined from 500,000 VND to 1 million VND.

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Hanoi Department of Natural Resources and Environment has not yet classified garbage

HẠO THIÊN |

From January 1, 2025, according to the Law on Environmental Protection 2020, households and individuals must classify waste at source (PLRTN) into 3 groups.

People complain that waste classification at source is still difficult, inappropriate and unreasonable

HOÀNG XUYẾN - VIỆT ANH |

Based on the actual observations of the reporter, the application of the new regulation on waste classification at source still has many shortcomings, especially the lack of preparation.

From today, people who do not classify garbage will be punished

Huy Hùng |

Households and individuals who do not classify waste will be fined from 500,000 VND to 1 million VND.