Are deposit return schemes the way to cut litter and emissions?

What is the primary goal of Deposit Return Schemes (DRS)?

• To reduce litter and promote recycling

• To support local businesses

• To increase the price of beverages

• To ban single-use plastics

Which country was the first to implement legally binding deposit returns?

• Australia

• Canada

• Norway

• Germany

What percentage of drink containers are returned in Germany under the DRS?

• 100%

• 98%

• 92%

• 85%

What is a major criticism of the DRS according to its opponents?

• It causes inconvenience and potential loss of income for local councils

• It does not reduce CO2 emissions

• It is too expensive for consumers

• It increases the use of glass bottles

What unintended consequence has the German DRS regime led to?

• Decreased recycling rates

• Higher costs for businesses

• More popularity of single-use plastics

• Increased use of refillable containers