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Socio-Economic Problems
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Kulish, I. M. (2025). Upravlinnya vidkhodamy v systemi sotsial'no oriyentovanoyi ekonomiky [Waste management in a socially oriented economy]. In Sotsial'no-ekonomichni problemy suchasnoho periodu Ukrayiny [Socio-Economic Problems of the Modern Period of Ukraine]: Vol. 173 (3) (pp. 26-35). DOI: https://doi.org/10.36818/2071-4653-2025-3-4 [in Ukrainian].
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Authors



Kulish Inna Mykhaylivna

Ph.D. of Public Administration, Senior Researcher

Senior Researcher of the Department of regional ecological policy and environmental management of the Dolishniy Institute of Regional Research of NAS of Ukraine

Contacts: inna.m.kulish@gmail.com, reksi@email.ua

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Resume

The article proposes a thorough classification of the impact of solid waste processing on various spheres of human life, including environmental, economic, and social dimensions. It emphasizes that the traditional waste management model, which focuses primarily on disposal, is no longer sustainable in the face of growing volumes of waste and limited natural resources. Instead, the paper advocates for a transition to a resource-efficient and environmentally responsible approach based on the principles of circular economy and sustainable development. Such a shift requires not only technological modernization but also institutional, legal, and cultural transformations. Particular attention is given to the practical implementation of the concept of environmental justice, which demands that the benefits and burdens of environmental policies are distributed fairly among all population groups. The study highlights how the reuse and recycling of materials are closely linked to the country’s level of economic development and public awareness. In high-income societies, reusing materials and minimizing waste are increasingly perceived as social norms, whereas in less developed economies, these practices often depend on the availability of infrastructure and financial incentives. The article provides an overview of the key national and international legal frameworks governing waste management. It examines the distribution of competences among different levels of government in Ukraine, identifying both achievements and systemic challenges in the implementation of state policy in this field. The analysis demonstrates that effective waste management requires coordination between public authorities, private enterprises, and civil society. Drawing on international experience, the study emphasizes the growing role of public participation and social initiatives in shaping the environmental agenda. Using examples of international organizations and grassroots movements, it reveals the potential of social networks as a tool for raising awareness and encouraging waste reduction through reuse. Initiatives such as Repair Cafes or online platforms like Give and Take illustrate how community engagement can complement governmental measures aimed at modernizing the waste management system. Finally, the article proposes the development of a comprehensive strategy focused on strengthening the institutional capacity of both state and local authorities. Introducing transparent mechanisms of control and accountability in waste management would reduce environmental risks, enhance civic participation, and promote a culture of responsible consumption. Such an integrated approach aligns with European standards of sustainable development and supports Ukraine’s broader goal of integration into the European environmental policy space.

Keywords:

triple bottom line, environmental justice, circular economy, eco-activity, sustainable development, European integration

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