Portugal becomes the 19th European market to launch a deposit return scheme

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Portugal has launched its national deposit return scheme (DRS) for single-use drink containers, marking a significant step forward in its transition towards a circular economy and more efficient recycling systems. The scheme, introduced on 10 April 2026, makes Portugal the 19th country in Europe to implement a deposit-based collection system and the first sizeable market…

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