PRIA Glass Recycling Conference | Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova –October 28th 2025
28.10.2025 - Institutul Național de Statistică, Blv. Libertății, 16
REGISTERPRIAevents invites you to the PRIA Glass Recycling Conference | Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova –October 28th 2025.
This is one of the most important platforms for discussion on key environmental topics we are organizing this year, with a special focus on glass recycling in Romania, Bulgaria and Republic of Moldova, creating an important bridge of collaboration for all three countries.
This edition of the PRIA Environment Conference brings together key stakeholders from the environmental sector in all three countries, including recycling companies, producers, retailers, producer responsibility entities, local public authorities, Intercommunity Development Associations, along with central authorities such as the Ministries of the Environment, as well as local authorities – city halls and county councils.
We invite you to engage in this dynamic and interactive event, connect with top decision-makers in the field, and contribute to meaningful dialogue. Together, we aim to generate concrete proposals and clear action points for improving performance across both public and private sectors.
We will discuss how to improve collaboration, reach national and EU collection targets, effectively transpose European legislation into national frameworks, and maximize access to funding to ensure preparedness for upcoming regulatory and environmental changes.
START
AGENDA
Registration & Welcome Coffee
13:30 - 14:00Panel: Glass Recycling in Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova
Glass Recycling within the Deposit-Return System (DRS) • Key challenges and early lessons from the implementation of Romania’s DRS • How the system works for glass collection and recycling • The role of producers, retailers, and waste operators in the glass recovery chain • Infrastructure needs for efficient glass recycling under the DRS Obligations Toward EU Recycling Targets • Meeting the EU target of at least 75% recycling rate for glass packaging waste by 2030 • Aligning with the European Green Deal and Fit for 55 package • Adapting to the revised EU Waste Framework Directive (2024 revision) • How is the status in Moldova? National Recycling Capacity – Investments and Outlook • Current status of glass recycling plants and facilities in Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova • Investment needs in modern technologies and infrastructure • Public-private partnerships to strengthen the recycling value chain Digitalization and Traceability in the Glass Recycling Process • Implementing digital tracking for packaging waste and recycling flows • Enhancing transparency and reporting accuracy through smart systems • Tech innovations in sorting, collection, and quality assurance Quality of Recycled Glass and Reuse in New Products • Meeting quality standards for recycled glass in the food, cosmetic, and pharma industries • Recycled vs. virgin glass – environmental and economic comparisons • Best practices for circularity in the glass industry – turning waste into value Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Glass Recycling • How EPR policies influence glass packaging recovery • Collective vs individual targets for producers in 2025–2026 • Collaboration between EPR schemes, local authorities, and private collectors Education, Motivation & Citizen Engagement • National campaigns to raise awareness on glass recycling • Consumer behavior and the role of incentives (deposits, rewards) • Success stories of behavioral change and public participation Carbon Footprint of Glass and Environmental Benefits • Lifecycle CO₂ savings of recycled glass vs. new glass production • Glass recycling in the context of ESG and carbon pricing mechanisms Cross-Border & Regional Collaboration • Best practices from high-performing EU countries: Germany, Sweden, Netherlands • Opportunities for regional cooperation in glass collection and processing • Regulatory landscape for importing/exporting recycled glass materials
14:00 - 16:30Conclusions
16:30 - 17:00authorities involved in environmental protection in Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova.
During the online edition of the PRIA Environment Conference on October 3rd, 2025,
you will benefit from the latest legislative updates, high-level analysis, and real-world
case studies.
You will have the opportunity to:
• Engage directly with top speakers in the field;
• Exchange ideas and experiences with professionals who share your interests;
• Learn how legal consultants can support your efforts;
• Discover the perspectives of industry associations and leading companies in your
sector.
The examples, insights, and case studies presented will serve as valuable sources of learning and professional growth for your activity.
You’ll also have the chance to:
• Network and build strategic partnerships.
• Address critical topics that you believe deserve national attention.
• Contribute to shaping future legislation through dialogue and shared expertise.
By participating, you associate yourself with one of the most respected business event brands in Romania, Bulgaria and Republic of Moldova.
LOCATION
Institutul Național de Statistică, Blv. Libertății, 16
PARTNERS
