Indicator 12. Share of secondary raw materials consumption in the port area

Indicator

Secondary raw materials are  have been recovered or recycled from waste or by-products and are used as input for new production processes, thus reducing the need for primary raw materials.

How to measure its value

  • Survey of manufacturing companies in the port area.
  • Data from national public waste agencies.

Notes

Confidentiality policies may limit data collection. National or regional legislation, such as the Material Decree in Flanders, can regulate the use of secondary raw materials.

Recommended Read

Website grondstoffenverklaring OVAM