Environmental regulations for moving

Normas medioambientales para el transporte y prácticas ecológicas en mudanzas

Le déménagement est une activité qui peut avoir un impact sur l’environnement. C’est pourquoi il est important de connaître les réglementations environnementales qui s’appliquent à cette activité. Dans cet article, découvrez les réglementations en faveur de l’environnement lors du déménagement :

Selective waste sorting

Selective waste sorting is mandatory in all moving companies. Professionals must sort different types of waste such as:

  • Paper
  • Carrdboard
  • The plastic
  • The glass
  • Metals
  • And hazardous waste

Moving companies must also ensure that waste is sent to approved treatment centres. These processing centres must comply with the environmental standards in force.

The processing of packaging

Packaging used during the move often generates significant waste. Moving companies must therefore offer packaging processing solutions. Cardboard boxes can be recycled, plastic films must be treated as hazardous waste and protective blankets can be washed and reused.

Eco-friendly vehicles

Vehicles used for moving can have a significant impact on the environment due to their greenhouse gas emissions. Moving companies can therefore choose to use eco-friendly vehicles such as electric or hybrid trucks. These vehicles have a lower carbon footprint and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. With Muter Lodges, you can choose an environmentally responsible mover by automatically calculating the carbon footprint of your move.

Local regulations

Environmental regulations vary by region and country. Moving companies must therefore comply with the regulations in force in their area of activity. For example, some cities prohibit moving trucks in downtown during rush hour, while other regions have strict rules on hazardous waste handling.

In conclusion, environmental regulations are a key element of responsible moving. Moving companies must comply with local regulations and offer environmentally friendly waste management and packaging solutions. Customers must also be aware of their environmental impact and choose moving companies that meet the applicable environmental standards. Compliance with these regulations is essential to preserve our environment and planet.

To learn more, find out how to sort your waste when you move. 

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