PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES OF LEGAL REGULATION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT

Waste management and legal regulation of this process is one of the most pressing problems of the modern world, having a direct impact on the state of the environment, human health and the economy. Increasing consumption, urbanization and industrial development lead to an increasing amount of waste, and their improper management can cause significant ecological and social consequences. The purpose of the article. To analyze the aspects of legal regulation of waste management, identifying the main problems and challenges. Research objectives. To achieve the goal of this paper, the following objectives are set: to define the theoretical aspects of waste management; to analyze the legal acts regulating the waste management institute; to identify the problems of legal regulation of waste management. Methodology of investigation. In order to fully disclose the topic of the work, the most important Lithuanian and international legal acts regulating the aspects of legal regulation of waste management were analyzed. The rulings of Lithuanian and foreign courts were also analyzed, which helped to highlight the essential problems of legal regulation of waste management. Therefore, waste management is becoming an extremely important topic both internationally and nationally. Waste management legislation covers many areas - sorting, recycling, hazardous waste management, landfill operations, etc. The compatibility and interpretation of these legislation often becomes a challenge for both institutions and waste managers. The goal of waste management research is to find solutions to improve waste management processes, promote recycling, reduce environmental pollution and effectively manage resources. This topic is important in shaping new public policy priorities. in developing sustainable solutions for urban and regional waste management systems, in raising public awareness about the impact of waste on the environment and the economy. This article aims to analyze the aspects of legal regulation of waste management, identifying the main problems and challenges. The implementation of sustainability ideas aims to reduce waste generation as much as possible, encouraging consumers and businesses to reduce excess consumption and prevent waste generation.