Explanatory note
This note is not part of the regulations, but is intended to indicate their general effect.
These regulations amend the Climate Change (Waste) Regulations 2010 to update the default emissions factor used in calculating emissions from operating disposal facilities, so that it aligns with updated average waste composition data.
These regulations come into force on 1 January 2016 and apply for the year commencing on that date and for each subsequent year.
Issued under the authority of the Legislation Act 2012.
Date of notification in Gazette: 24 September 2015.
These regulations are administered by the Ministry for the Environment.