Analysis of the principles of reverse logistics in waste management

Abstract

The goal of mentioned contribution is to moderate the unwanted effects of economics on environment in the form of more purposed economy with material sources from recycling, collection, separation and processing of returnable products. It is a global trend nowadays to lower waste production and to minimize effects on the environment. We are going to deal with effectiveness of partly underground containers in Slovakia and new trends about possibilities of other uses of PET bottles. The article deals with the analysis of whether the level of waste management services is at the required level due to the wide range of services provided within reverse logistics. Article’s output is created model of reverse logistics and subsequently analysis of cost effectiveness considering economic aspects entering into the reverse model has been made during its use.