The study on the management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries and accumulators in the Republic of Moldova provides a comprehensive analysis of the legislative, institutional, and operational framework governing the management of WEEE and used batteries. The report highlights that the Republic of Moldova has already established the foundations of a functional system through the existence of a regulatory framework, collective schemes, and reporting and authorization infrastructure. However, the analysis shows that the system still requires legislative reforms, institutional strengthening, and operational investments to align with European Union standards and the objectives assumed within the EU accession process.

The study identifies the main challenges related to low collection rates, the misalignment of national targets with EU requirements, the lack of effective audit and verification mechanisms, as well as insufficiently developed infrastructure, particularly in rural areas. At the same time, the report provides recommendations for modernizing the legal framework, strengthening the extended producer responsibility system, developing collection and recycling infrastructure, and integrating the Republic of Moldova into regional recycling chains.

The main conclusion of the study is that Moldova has a solid foundation for developing a modern and efficient WEEE and battery waste management system; however, achieving compliance with European standards will depend on the consistent implementation of reforms, institutional coordination, and the execution of a coherent national system development plan.

The study was developed within the project “Enabling an Inclusive Green Transition in the Republic of Moldova”, funded by the European Union and implemented by UNDP Moldova.