he principle of sustainable development is based on the three pillars of sustainability; on the alignment of economic, environmental and social aspects of every development programme. Sustainable development as a guiding principle of environmental policy is reflected in sectoral policies (energy, transportation, agricultural, industrial). One of its criteria is the minimizing of waste generation, the promotion of economic advantages of environmentally-friendly procedures and improving natural and human capital. The largest corporate producers of waste in the Czech Republic are construction and manufacturing industries and activities related to wastewater management and sanitation activities.. Production of municipal waste is increasing. Its disposal via incineration is decreasing, and we have seen an increase in landfill disposal. Information, public education, upbringing and training are also amongst the resources of the environmental policy. This paper analyses the development of relevant waste management indicators in the Czech Republic. The research was carried out via a questionnaire survey of randomly selected households in the regions of the Czech Republic. Research has shown that only the consistent application of the legislation in manufacturing operations and active interest of citizens in environmental quality will lead to the sustainable development of the entire society