1.4 Waste production in South Korea has been on the gradual decline over
the past years amid the implementation of demand-side waste management.
Total domestic wastes decreased from 58 118 tons/day in 1994 to 50 906
tons/day in 2009. The purpose of this information note is to provide
information on South Korea's waste management policies, in terms of its basic
legal framework, responsible authorities, and major policy initiatives
implemented by the South Korean Government to reduce household wastes and
promote recycling. It also covers waste disposal and treatment, and the
development of the recycling industry in South Korea.
Legal framework