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

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    Cơ quan quản lý cũng chưa thực hiện phân loại rác tại nguồn

    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.

    Người dân kêu phân loại rác tại nguồn còn khó, bất cập và vô lý

    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.

    Vì còn nhiều người dân chưa ý thức việc phân loại rác tại nhà nên rác thải sinh hoạt vẫn bị vứt chung vào các xe rác. Ảnh: Việt Anh

    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.