Taiwan Promulgates Amended Waste Disposal Act

On July 15, 2026, the amended Waste Disposal Act was promulgated by presidential decree in Taiwan. This revision adds 10 new articles, repeals 3 articles, and amends 23 articles. Together with the Resource Circulation Promotion Act promulgated on June 17, the amended Waste Disposal Act serves as the legal foundation for Taiwan’s two major national strategies: achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and promoting resource recycling and zero waste.