Financing mechanisms

This section explains how to establish fair and effective financing systems.

When costs for proper disposal are lower than the revenues, the net treatment cost is positive.
There is no need of financial support. Revenues can then be used to purchase waste from holders or collectors.
However, most of the time the net treatment cost is negative and financial support is needed.
This means defining proper financing mechanisms.

There are two main necessities to ensure cost-effective system on the long term

1. Clearly assess the activities financed under an existing e-waste legislation.

2. Define and allocate financial responsibilities.