Several factors explain this evolution: the general rise in the cost of living impacting operating and investment costs, the decrease in certain subsidies, lower revenue from the resale of recycled materials, and the strengthening of health and safety requirements.
Despite optimization efforts and cost-saving measures, a funding adjustment is necessary to ensure the quality of waste collection, sorting, and treatment services.
The announced amount of €10 per year per inhabitant is an average for the province of Namur. The actual impact may vary by municipality, depending on collection methods, household composition, and the 'true cost' principle.
