Adjustment of waste fees necessary from 2024
The city of Jena is facing an important and difficult decision in order to protect the environment and continue to make waste management sustainable. At the city council meeting on November 22, 2023, a decision will be made to increase waste disposal fees for the first time in 11 years.
Background to the cost increase:
For Kommunalservice Jena (KSJ) as a public waste disposal company, the challenge posed by inflation and the associated cost increases have been at the forefront for some time. This situation will be further exacerbated from 2024 by the inclusion of waste management in emissions trading. Under the Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG), the thermal treatment of waste (residual waste treatment) will in future be included in the national emissions trading system and subject to CO2 taxation. Legislation provides for a levy (CO2 tax) of €40/t CO2 for 2024, which will increase to €55-65/t CO2 by 2026.
In addition, procurement costs have risen massively in all areas. The increase in wage costs due to collective wage agreements is also contributing to the additional burden.
The recalculation results in additional costs of €57.88 per year for a 4-person household if a 120 l residual waste container is emptied twice per calendar half-year.
Specifically, the changes to the waste charges are as follows:
1. the basic fee when connected to 60, 120 and 240 l residual waste garbage cans for the disposal of waste from private households per officially registered person and half-year will increase from the current €21.42 to €27.85.
The basic fee for connection to 660 and 1,100 l residual waste containers in large residential complexes will increase from the current €19.14 to €24.88.
2. quantity-dependent fee for the disposal of residual waste from households and commercial facilities per emptying:
- 60 l from currently € 3.44 to € 4.47
- 120 l from currently € 5.37 to € 6.98
- 240 l from currently € 8.81 to € 11.45
- 1,100 l from currently € 16.61 to € 21.59
Kommunalservice Jena has been pursuing a consistent material flow strategy for several years, which has made a significant contribution to keeping waste fees stable over such a long period of time. This has enabled costs for the recycling of individual types of waste to be reduced and income from the marketing of secondary raw materials to be increased. Citizens can support this by continuing to separate their waste consistently.
Answers to frequently asked questions:
Why are waste fees increasing?
The change in charges for the disposal of organic and residual waste is necessary in order to meet the growing demands on waste disposal and recycling. In addition to increased wage, energy and fuel costs, the costs of residual waste treatment (thermal treatment) will almost double. In addition, considerable levies will have to be paid under the Fuel Trading Act from 2024 for residual waste disposal. The legally prescribed treatment will be subject to charges based on its Co² emissions, which will increase in the coming years.
How are the waste fee increases calculated?
Waste charges are calculated on the basis of the actual costs associated with the collection, disposal and recycling of waste. This includes personnel costs, disposal costs, transportation costs and fuel costs. The developments of recent years are also of significant importance for the 2024 to 2027 calculation period. For example, the price jumps for energy and fuel will be taken into account with a time lag in the new calculation.
What role does waste separation play in the level of waste fees?
Waste separation has a direct influence on the level of waste fees. Households can influence their charges by consistently separating their waste and making greater use of recycling and composting options.
Active waste separation, the use of recyclable materials and a conscious use of resources can help to reduce the overall costs of waste disposal.
Why is proper waste disposal important?
Proper waste disposal is important to prevent pollution, minimize health risks and conserve natural resources.
How should waste be separated?
Waste should be separated into different categories, such as paper, glass, plastic, electronic waste, metal and residual waste, to enable efficient recycling and disposal.
Who can I contact with my questions about waste separation?
As a local waste disposal company, we see it as our responsibility to support you (whether private or commercial) with free waste advice on how to separate your waste correctly. This means that more recyclable materials and organic waste can be turned into new raw materials or compost. Do you have any questions or would you like waste advice? Then please make an appointment with us. Contact us: Phone 03641/4989 - 250 I E-mail: vertrieb-ksj@jena.de.
When and how will citizens be informed about changes to waste fees?
Citizens will be informed about changes in good time as follows: Via the local press, the communication channels of Jena City Council and via the website: www.ksj.jena.de.
Where can I obtain further information on waste fees?
You can obtain further information on waste disposal charges in Jena from your local waste disposal company, Kommunalservice Jena. If you have any questions, please contact our fees office on 03641/4989-220 or send an e-mail to: gebuehren@jena.de.
Do you have any questions? - We will be happy to help you!
Municipal Service Jena
Löbstedter Street 56
07749 Jena
Phone : 03641/4989 - 500
E-Mail: gebuehren@jena.de