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27-08-2024

Free meals and learning to ferment

From 9 to 15 September 2024 is Wastefree Week. Then, there will be a nationwide focus on waste-free cooking, buying and storing. Sign up for free tasty and educational activities that help prevent food waste.

Ontmoet onze milieucoaches Ingrid en Nelleke.

26-08-2024

Environmental coaches on tour in September

In September, you can meet our environmental coaches Meet Ingrid and Nelleke and ask your questions at various locations around the region.

Sportieve opruimactie: Clean Up on Tour Gorinchem 2024

21-08-2024

Sports clean-up action: Clean Up on Tour Gorinchem 2024

Fancy a sporting challenge that is also good for nature? Then join Clean Up on Tour Gorinchem on Saturday 21 September!

19-08-2024

Waste-free tips to deter mosquitoes

Mosquitoes can be annoying, especially if you are outside or camping. Here are a few simple litter-free tips to keep mosquitoes at bay.

06-08-2024

Tips for a green paw print

A cat in the house almost certainly means a litter box. But did you know that it is important to dispose of everything from the litter box, even eco-friendly cat litter, in the residual waste? Find out why.

30-07-2024

Enjoy a waste-free bbq this summer!

Now that summer is here and temperatures are rising, it is time for cosy barbecues and outdoor picnics. Unfortunately, these fun activities can also create a lot of waste. Fortunately, you can avoid this with these simple tips and still enjoy yourself to the full.

25-07-2024

Using summer gear sustainably: tips for reusing, borrowing and buying

Summer is here. Time for sunshine, being outside a lot and enjoying nature. During the holiday season, we often pull out all kinds of summer stuff or buy it new. Find out how to reuse, borrow or buy more consciously to make summer just as fun, but much more sustainable!

Tips voor zomerse uitstapjes zonder afval!

23-07-2024

Tips for summer trips without waste!

Summer means time for fun trips to festivals, the beach and other great outdoor spots. It is important to leave them tidy. With these handy tips, you will ensure less waste during your summer adventures.

19-07-2024

Enjoy a sustainable holiday

It's summer and that means holiday time for many people. Whether you are planning a trip close to home or further afield, we would love to help make your holiday as sustainable as possible. With these tips, you will discover how to enjoy a sustainable holiday and save the environment at the same time.

Milieuvriendelijke schoonmaakrecepten voor thuis

16-07-2024

Eco-friendly home cleaning recipes

Most kitchen cupboards are often full of chemical and pricey cleaning products. Use these eco-friendly recipes to make your home shine.

03-07-2024

Get more out of your residual waste!

What else can you get out of your residual waste? Here are some simple tips to better separate your waste to contribute to a waste-free and clean region.

27-06-2024

DIY or remodelling? Watch out for asbestos!

Are you doing odd jobs or renovations and have a house or shed built before 1994? Then be extra vigilant. Asbestos may be present. Find out how to handle asbestos safely.

Zwerfafvalpakker Maarten Kerkhof in het zonnetje

27-06-2024

Litter picker Maarten Kerkhof in the spotlight

There are many avid Zappers in our region who go out of their way to keep it clean and tidy. And some people go a step further. One of these people is Maarten Kerkhof.

Doe mee met PeukMeuk 2024 en maak een verschil

24-06-2024

Join PeukMeuk 2024 and make a difference

On Saturday, July 6, we will join Enjoycleaningup to trek through the four municipalities to clean up cigarette butts. Bits on the street and in the pit are super harmful to the environment and our health. You will help too, won't you?

Wegwerpluiers gratis inleveren bij de milieustraat

20-06-2024

Hand in disposable nappies free of charge at the waste disposal site

A sustainable nappy season? Choose smart and save with washable baby nappies or deliver disposable nappies separately at our environmental centres. Use the special disposal bag for baby nappies for this purpose.

18-06-2024

New appliance? Hand in the old one!

Every day, we use many electrical appliances that make our lives easier. But what do you do with appliances you no longer use? Recycle them! That's how you help the environment.

17-06-2024

Join our summer clean-up campaign!

Do you have inflatable items you can no longer use? Don't throw it away with the residual waste! From July to October, you can once again hand in your summer inflatables free of charge at our environmental centres using your environmental pass.

Vaste aanbiedplaatsen voor papiercontainers in meerdere straten Nieuw-Lekkerland

13-06-2024

Fixed delivery points for paper containers in several streets Nieuw-Lekkerland

The paper delivery point will change in a number of streets in Nieuw-Lekkerland. Residents of these streets will be sent a letter informing them of this change by post on 13 June.

Gft: Zo voorkomt u nare geurtjes, fruitvliegjes en maden!

13-06-2024

Gft: Here's how to avoid nasty smells, fruit flies and maggots!

Do you want to separate your fruit, vegetable and garden waste and food scraps without suffering from nasty smells, fruit flies and maggots? Discover here four handy tips to ensure your GFT container stays clean and fresh.

Milieubewust tuinieren: zelf compost maken

12-06-2024

Environmentally conscious gardening: making your own compost

Find out how to turn your garden waste into nutritious compost, all from your own garden. Learn practical tips for eco-conscious gardening and save money while contributing to a cleaner environment. Start your sustainable gardening adventure today!

Batterijen: niet in de vuilnisbak, maar in de inzamelbak

10-06-2024

Batteries: not in the dustbin, but in the collection bin

Batteries have become an integral part of our daily lives. But did you know that batteries can be dangerous if they are not properly returned for recycling? Handle them carefully and find out why it is important to collect batteries separately to prevent fire and damage.

Nieuwe inzameldag voor papier in deel Haarwijk-Oost Gorinchem

10-06-2024

New collection day for paper in part Haarwijk-Oost Gorinchem

The collection day for paper will change in a large part of Haarwijk-Oost in Gorinchem. We will send these residents a letter by post on 11 June informing them of this change.

Nieuwe containersticker moet bijdragen aan schone buurt zonder afval

30-05-2024

New container sticker should contribute to clean neighbourhood without waste

Ton van Maanen, board member of Waardlanden, placed the first sticker on the collection container for residual waste on the Markt in Leerdam on Thursday 30 May. The sticker provides access to information on how we can work together to keep the neighbourhood tidy, clean and safe.

Delen en lenen: Een duurzame manier om afval te verminderen

30-05-2024

Sharing and borrowing: A sustainable way to reduce waste

In a world where consumption is rampant, it is very important that we take care of less waste. Discover tips for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Inzameling van elektrisch afval voor bedrijven en scholen

27-05-2024

Electrical waste collection for businesses and schools

As a company or school, do you have old electrical appliances, batteries or bulbs that you can no longer use? Don't throw it away but hand it in!

25-05-2024

It's Waste-Free Week. Will you participate?

The Week Without Waste has begun! From Saturday 25 May to Friday 31 May, we will prevent unnecessary waste and separate it as best we can for reuse and recycling. With these tips, you can help!

20-05-2024

Gft: Collect it directly in the kitchen

Do you like to cook, but get stressed by those fruit, vegetable and food scraps while cooking? Put a handy kitchen bin on your kitchen counter to get rid of all that organic waste. Afterwards, you can just throw it away for free.

20-05-2024

Make a difference: Separate your GFT waste!

Did you know that more than 40% of our residual waste consists of food waste, fruit, vegetable and garden waste? Good news! If you collect that GFT separately, much less residual waste remains. Good for the environment and your wallet. Discover useful tips and make a difference!

17-05-2024

Time to work in the garden? Garden waste tips!

Want to give your garden waste a second life? We list 5 handy tips for you!

Zwerfafvalpakker Ricardo Stuurman in het zonnetje

01-05-2024

Litter picker Ricardo Stuurman in the spotlight

In our region, there are people who really do something for a cleaner environment. Ricardo Stuurman is a good example. He cleans up litter in Gorinchem and the surrounding area. In this way, Ricardo contributes to a cleaner neighbourhood for all of us.

30-04-2024

Which glass belongs where?

Did you know that not all glass belongs in the same place? We put together a handy overview for glass recycling for you.

29-04-2024

Looking back on an extraordinary year

We are proud to present our 2023 digital annual magazine. In this magazine, we would like to take you through the events and results of a special year full of challenges, highlights, but unfortunately also with difficult moments and sadness.

20-04-2024

It's Second-hand Textile Week

From 20 April to 27 April, it is Second-hand Textile Week. Did you know that the textile industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world? Together, we can make a difference.

Verantwoord recyclen: Lever je e-sigaret of vape in

15-04-2024

Responsible recycling: Return your e-cigarette or vape

It is important to know that e-cigarettes and vapes do not belong in the residual waste. These devices contain batteries that can cause fires. Fortunately, there are several ways to dispose of them responsibly.

Houd uw gft-container schoon en fris met deze handige tips

10-04-2024

Keep your GFT container clean and fresh with these handy tips

Do you want to separate your fruit, vegetable and garden waste and food scraps without any unpleasant odours? Discover six handy tips to ensure your GFT container stays clean and fresh.

Duurzaam en voordelig: kledingruilmarkt op 19 april

09-04-2024

Sustainable and inexpensive: clothing swap market on 19 April

In the run-up to the Week of Second-hand Textiles, together with The Lemonade Brigade, we are organising a special clothing exchange market for children aged 0 to 4. Has your child's clothing become too small and do you need other clothes? Then join the clothing exchange!

IKC Merwede uit Hardinxveld-Giessendam wint E-waste Race 2024

04-04-2024

IKC Merwede from Hardinxveld-Giessendam wins E-waste Race 2024

Schools rescue 17,424 appliances from residual waste for reuse and recycling. With 2,773 appliances collected, IKC Merwede from Hardinxveld-Giessendam won first place in the E-waste Race 2024.

Uw matras toe aan vervanging? Laat het recyclen!

03-04-2024

Need to replace your mattress? Get it recycled!

Do you have an old mattress or topper you want to get rid of? No worries! Bring it to the recycling centre for free.

Zwerfafvalpakker Bram van der Wal in het zonnetje

20-03-2024

Litter picker Bram van der Wal in the spotlight

Captain of The Plastic Geurrilla Bram from der Wal is firmly and passionately committed to tackling pollution in our and our children's and grandchildren's future environment.

De lente komt eraan: tijd om uw kledingkast op te frissen

19-03-2024

Spring is coming: time to refresh your wardrobe

Today begins spring, time to make your outfits lighter and airier. Get rid of those thick jumpers and hello clothes that suit spring. But how do you do that in an eco-friendly way? We offer some tips.

Test uw kennis met de Afval Scheiden Quiz

18-03-2024

Test your knowledge with the Waste Separation Quiz

Today we celebrate International Recycling Day. Time to redouble our efforts and separate even better. Take the quiz and find out what you already know about waste separation.

18-03-2024

Overview Week of Waste Heroes 2024

The Week of Waste Heroes is over. We organised all kinds of activities for our employees and to get residents positively involved in our important work. In our aftermovie, we look back on this wonderful week. Watch it with us?

Koffiepads en theezakjes mogen bij het gft

18-03-2024

Coffee pods and tea bags can be disposed of in organic waste

Did you know that almost all the tea bags and coffee pads we use in the Netherlands are compostable? So throw them away with your vegetable, fruit and garden (VGF) waste.

14-03-2024

23 March - National Clean-up Day

On this day, people all over the country pick up litter and of course residents, associations and companies in the municipalities where Waardlanden operates also take part. Won't you join us too?

Basisschoolleerlingen strijden tegen elektronisch afval tijdens E-waste Race 2024

11-03-2024

Primary school pupils battle electronic waste at E-waste Race 2024

Until 4 April, 10 primary schools will compete to collect as much electronic waste as possible, which can be reused or recycled. Will you help too?

04-03-2024

Branch route in March

The time has come at the end of March: the branch route! You can sign up to have up to 2 m³ of bulky garden waste collected free of charge. But be quick, because full is full!

04-03-2024

Week of Waste Heroes 2024

In wind and rain, at night and on holidays, in times of crisis: the work of the Waste Heroes always goes on. And we should be proud of that! That is why we are once again taking part in the Week of Waste Heroes from 4 to 10 March. Will you join us?

02-03-2024

Where do sand, soil and (garden) earth belong?

It may seem logical: sand, soil and (garden) earth are natural materials, so why worry about how we dispose of them? Yet it is important to dispose of these materials properly.

04-03-2024

Discover a new perspective on waste

Using raw materials and products more economically and smartly requires something from all of us. It is important to reduce and even eliminate waste. Therefore, from 11 to 15 March, the Week of the Circular Economy, we organise company visits for residents in the municipalities of Gorinchem and Vijfheerenlanden.

Nieuwe rolverdeling bestuursleden Waardlanden

28-02-2024

New role division of board members Waardlanden

In Hardinxveld-Giessendam municipality, alderman Jan Nederveen will take over the seat on the board from alderman Arjan Meerkerk. This completes the new composition of the board. The roles on the board have also been redistributed.

Wij zoeken een toezichthouder Afval- en grondstoffenbeleid

20-02-2024

We are looking for a waste and resources policy supervisor

We are looking for a driven, stress-resistant and service-oriented supervisor. Interested?

Afvalscheidingswijzer, nu beschikbaar als download

11-02-2024

Waste separation guide, now available for download

Do you ever wonder in which waste bin a product or material belongs? Our waste separation guide helps! You can view it in our handy app or download it. Alternatively, you can print it out and hang it up in a handy place at home. Then you will always know which bin to put your raw materials in.

05-02-2024

Prevent misuse of your environmental card

Handle the environmental card carefully and do not give others a chance to misuse it. A person who misuses the environmental card is liable to punishment. Have you lost your pass or suspect fraud? Then report it and apply for a new pass. We will block your old pass immediately.

Zwerfafvalraper Rob de Wit van de Lekprikkers

05-02-2024

Litter picker Rob de Wit in the spotlight

A chance encounter led to the formation of The Lekprikkers. One of the initiators of this enthusiastic group of litter pickers is Rob de Wit from Ameide.

Kleine verandering, groot effect! Zo kunt u eenvoudig gft scheiden in huis

30-01-2024

Small change, big effect! How to easily separate GFT at home

Want to keep your fruit, vegetable, garden and food waste (GFT) separate without any effort? Then use a handy VGF container with compostable bags on your kitchen counter. You can dispose of the full bags free of charge in the VGF container.

Succesvolle kerstbomeninzameling: 7134 ingezamelde bomen krijgen tweede leven

23-01-2024

Successful Christmas tree collection: 7134 trees collected get second life

Between 27 December and 13 January, residents could hand in real Christmas trees, with and without root ball, at collection locations in their neighbourhood, at the environmental street or at Kringloopplein in Nieuw-Lekkerland. At these locations, each undecorated real Christmas tree yielded a 50-cent reward again this year. In total, 7134 collected trees given a second life.

22-01-2024

Find out how to handle mercury safely

Mercury is not only toxic but also difficult to clean up. Avoid health risks and high costs by safely disposing of your mercury meter!

20-01-2024

5 tips to prevent littering

Say no to litter! Together, we can reduce litter. We list the 5 most important tips!

Inzameling niet overal mogelijk door sneeuw en gladheid

16-01-2024

Collection not possible everywhere due to snow and slipperiness

In a number of places, our drivers cannot empty the containers today due to snowfall and slipperiness. If containers in your street will not be emptied today, we ask you to bring your container back inside at the end of the day. Containers we cannot collect today will be emptied on Tuesday 23 January.

08-01-2024

Tidy start to the year

In early January, we helped housing corporation Poort 6 with their clean-up day around Kremlin 1 in Gorinchem. Together with employees of the municipality of Gorinchem, Avres and volunteers from Schoon Gorinchem, we cleaned up over ten rubbish bags of litter in an hour and a half. We look back on a successful first clean-up day!

Voorkom dat uw afval vastvriest in de container

08-01-2024

This prevents your waste from freezing in the container

As temperatures drop and it freezes severely at night, waste can freeze in your container. This is a particular risk with VGF waste. The waste then does not fall out of your container, or only partly, when we tip it over. This is annoying, especially if the container is already quite full. We list 10 tips for you to prevent this.

Dierbare collega Wout Keinemans plotseling overleden

29-12-2023

Cherished colleague Wout Keinemans died suddenly

We were deeply moved by the many heartwarming reactions following the death of our dear colleague Wout Keinemans. On behalf of all colleagues, thank you for your sympathy and understanding.

Zwerfafvalpakkers Nel, Alex en Huig in het zonnetje

21-12-2023

Litter pickers Nel, Alex and Huig in the spotlight

In the municipalities of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Molenlanden and Vijfheerenlanden, many people pick up litter. We are proud and grateful for all the work these litter pickers do in the region. That is why we put some ZAPper in the spotlight in a special video.

19-12-2023

Jürgen Rau new interim director of Waardlanden

From 8 January 2024, Jürgen Rau is interim director of Waardlanden. He thus takes over from Hans van den Brule, who has stepped down after four years.

Wat verandert er op de milieustraat? Milieucoach Ingrid legt uit

18-12-2023

What's changing at the environmental street? Environmental coach Ingrid explains

You can take bulky waste away yourself to the waste disposal site or have it collected from your home. From 1 January 2024, there will be changes.

30-11-2023

Discarded Christmas trees are worth money

Each discarded Christmas tree brings in 50 cents after the holidays. Residents hand in Christmas trees at central collection points in their neighbourhood or bring them themselves with their environmental pass to one of the environmental centres. Find out where and when you can hand in your Christmas tree for a fee in your municipality.

Dierbare collega Cor plotseling overleden

29-11-2023

Cherished colleague Cor de Keijzer died suddenly

We were deeply moved by the many heartwarming reactions following the death of our dear colleague Cor de Keijzer. On behalf of all colleagues, thank you for your sympathy and understanding.

Johannes Calvijnschool uit Leerdam wint Textielwedstrijd in Vijfheerenlanden

23-11-2023

Johannes Calvin School from Leerdam wins Textile competition in Vijfheerenlanden

With 5212 kilos of textile collected, the Johannes Calvijnschool from Leerdam is the outright winner of the Textile Competition 2023 in Vijfheerenlanden. It shows that if we work together, we can achieve a lot and do something good for our planet.

De strijd tegen peuken en kauwgom op straat gaat door

13-11-2023

The fight against cigarette butts and chewing gum on the streets continues

We continue to fight against cigarette butts and chewing gum on the streets. Therefore, we place special bins in Hardinxveld-Giessendam. We also repeat online campaign against cigarette butts on the ground. Because throwing your fag or chewing gum on the street? You really can't do that anymore!

13-11-2023

Are you opting for a sustainable Christmas tree?

A real Christmas tree creates a cosy warm atmosphere and is therefore the symbol of the festive season for many people. Yet there are plenty of other options that are just as attractive as a real Christmas tree.

Naar de milieustraat? Vergeet de milieupas niet!

20-11-2023

Going to the waste disposal site? Don't forget the environmental pass!

From 1 December 2023, you are welcome at all our waste disposal points with the environment pass. Do you live in the countryside or on the outskirts of your municipality? Then keep an eye on your letterbox this week. We will send you the environmental pass this week.

Directeur Hans van den Brule vertrekt bij Waardlanden

31-10-2023

Director Hans van den Brule leaves Waardlanden

Director Hans van den Brule will step down soon; the board will search for a new director.

Basisscholen in Vijfheerenlanden pakken textielverspilling aan

30-10-2023

Elementary schools in Vijfheerenlanden tackle textile waste

Pupils from five waste-free primary schools in Vijfheerenlanden are taking part in the Textile Competition from 6 to 17 November 2023. They will learn in a fun way what impact the clothing industry has on the environment and how we can save resources by reusing and recycling clothes.

Afval voorkomen is nog beter dan afval scheiden

23-10-2023

Waste prevention is even better than waste separation

Prevention is always better than cure. The same goes for waste. But how do you do it? Find out how, instead of separating waste, you can focus on waste prevention.

Inwoners van Vijfheerenlanden: houdt uw brievenbus in de gaten!

16-10-2023

Residents of Vijfheerenlanden: keep an eye on your mailbox!

Starting this week, we will send all residents in the built-up area of Vijfheerenlanden municipality an environmental pass per household. After that, the collection containers for residual waste will be closed. The containers can then only be opened with the environmental pass.

Van afval naar nieuwe grondstoffen: waarom afval scheiden zo belangrijk is!

11-10-2023

From waste to new raw materials: why separating waste is so important!

Have you ever wondered what happens to our waste and separated raw materials after we throw them away? Find out how "waste" can be turned into new raw materials for new products.

Inzameling grondstoffen bewoners Lingebolder Leerdam

16-10-2023

Collection of raw materials residents Lingebolder Leerdam

Residents of Lingebolder Leerdam will no longer collect pmd door-to-door after 23 October. However, they will gladly collect glass, batteries, textiles and candles (leftovers). They are also happy to collect returnable bottles, returnable cans, other cans and plastic caps. They collect these for charity.

Ontdek handige tips om uw afval scheiden te scheiden.

04-09-2023

Separating waste starts in the kitchen and bathroom: handy tips!

By separating waste properly, you will keep less residual waste. But how can you do this easily? Did you know that you can start doing so in the kitchen and bathroom?

Ontdek wat u met afgedankt textiel kunt doen.

27-09-2023

It's autumn: time to clear out your wardrobe again

Do you have textiles you no longer wear and use yourself? Then don't throw it in the rubbish. But give it a new life. Find out what you can do with your discarded textiles.

Nieuwe inzameldag voor papier in meerdere straten Leerdam

28-09-2023

New collection day for paper in several streets Leerdam

The collection day for paper will change in a number of streets in Leerdam. Residents of these streets will be sent a letter by post on 28 September with information about this change.

De 5 meestgestelde vragen over de veranderingen in Molenlanden

18-09-2023

The 5 most frequently asked questions about the changes in Molenlanden

Do you have questions about the changes around waste collection in Molenlanden? That's understandable. We list the 5 most frequently asked questions for you.

Veranderingen rond afvalinzameling in Vijfheerenlanden

19-09-2023

Changes around waste collection in Vijfheerenlanden

Do you live in the built-up area of Vijfheerenlanden municipality? If so, we will send you a letter in September explaining why and when we will make the changes.

11-09-2023

Join the Waste-Free Week

Did you know that in the Netherlands, we never eat a quarter of all our food? You too can help prevent food waste. From 11 to 17 September it is Wastefree Week. Will you join us?

Noodgreep afvalsector: milieustraten openen deuren voor illegale lachgascilinders

06-09-2023

Emergency waste sector: environmental centres open doors to illegal nitrous oxide cylinders

At our environmental centres, you can hand in nitrous oxide cylinders free of charge. Never throw them on the street or with the residual waste. By exploding in collection trucks and waste incinerators, they cause major damage and serious safety risks.

28-08-2023

Molenlanden residents: keep an eye on your mailbox!

Starting this week, all residents in the built-up area of Molenlanden municipality will receive an environmental pass per household. After that, the collection containers for residual waste will be closed in the cores. The containers can then only be opened with the environmental pass.

Grote opruimactie 'Samen Schoon on tour' op zaterdag 19 augustus

14-08-2023

Big clean-up action 'Together Clean on tour' on Saturday 19 August

Waardlanden and EnjoyCleaningUp organise big clean-up action 'Samen Schoon on tour'. Make a difference and join in on Saturday 19 August!

02-08-2023

August 2: Earth Overshoot Day!

Today, worldwide, we have already used up all the raw materials that the earth can sustainably produce in one year. As of today, the earth's supply of food and natural resources is diminishing. Find out how you can make a difference.

Veranderingen rond afvalinzameling in Molenlanden

17-07-2023

Changes around waste collection in Molenlanden

There will be changes around waste collection in the coming period. We will implement the changes per municipality step by step. After Hardinxveld-Giessendam and Gorinchem, we will also start in Molenlanden.

14-07-2023

Privacy statement Household waste

Waardlanden takes care of waste and raw materials collection for the municipalities of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Molenlanden and Vijfheerenlanden. In carrying out these tasks, personal data are also processed. The manner in which the municipalities and Waardlanden deal with this personal data is laid down in the Household Waste Privacy Statement.

Kwaliteitscontroles op inhoud pmd- en gft-containers

27-06-2023

Quality checks on contents of PMD and GFT containers

Many residents already separate their waste very well. To improve the quality of the separated raw materials in the containers at low-rise houses for vegetable, fruit and garden waste (VGF) and plastic packaging, metal packaging and drink cartons (pmd) even further, we will check the contents from 3 July 2023.

Wat is het verschil tussen bronscheiding en nascheiding?

20-06-2023

What is the difference between source separation and post-separation?

Find out in our blog how you can contribute to effective waste separation and why you should, or should not, separate waste at home! Learn more about the benefits of source and post-separation and how these methods help us towards a more sustainable future. Together, we can make our region even cleaner.

Invoering milieupassen in Vijfheerenlanden vertraagd

20-06-2023

Introduction of environmental cards in Vijfheerenlanden delayed

The introduction of environmental cards in Vijfheerenlanden municipality has been moved to the end of October/beginning of November 2023. We are sending residents of Vijfheerenlanden municipality a letter this week with an explanation and the adjusted schedule.

Van lege aansteker tot etensresten: wat hoort waar?

08-06-2023

From empty lighter to food scraps: what belongs where?

When you recycle waste, you help create a clean and beautiful environment, for yourself and future generations. But separating waste can be challenging. That is why in this blog we explain how to find out which bin a particular product goes in, and give useful tips on how to separate waste a lot easier.

08-06-2023

Separating waste properly. How do you do it?

Find out how to separate waste even better! Learn useful tips and tricks to make a difference in our region. From smart recycling suggestions to creative reuse ideas. Read it now in our blog and let's build a cleaner and more sustainable environment for all of us together!

Veranderingen rond de afvalinzameling. Hoe zit dat nou?

06-06-2023

Changes around waste collection. What about it?

Many residents have questions about the new waste and resources policy and the changes around waste collection. This is understandable. We list the 5 most frequently asked questions for you.

Spoedeisende bestuursdwang voor aanhoudende afvaldumpingen

05-06-2023

Urgent administrative order for persistent waste dumping

After an intensive period of street monitoring, informing and warning, from 12 June our supervisors will proceed to apply urgent administrative coercion if residents' offering behaviour does not improve.

Per ongeluk iets weggegooid in een verzamelcontainer?

01-06-2023

Accidentally discarded something in a collection container?

About 10 times a month, Waardlanden helps residents who have accidentally discarded personal items or something valuable in a collection container. From 1 July, there will be a charge for this service.

15-05-2023

'Nice and tidy' campaign launched

Today, the campaign Nice and tidy launched. This campaign alerts residents to the need to reduce residual waste. And encourages you to separate your own waste and important raw materials even better at home. Because less residual waste is important for the environment and your wallet.

Inwoners Gorinchem-Oost krijgen vanaf deze week een milieupas

08-05-2023

Residents of Gorinchem-Oost will get an environmental pass from this week onwards

Residents of Gorinchem-Oost will receive an environmental pass in their letterbox from this week. From 15 May, Waardlanden will close the collection containers for residual waste. The containers can then only be opened with the environmental pass.

Milieucoaches en toezichthouders ondersteunen bij goede afvalscheiding in de wijk

17-04-2023

Environmental coaches and supervisors support good waste separation in the neighbourhood

Preventing and separating waste properly can be quite a challenge. That is why our environmental coaches and supervisors are ready to inform and help residents to reduce residual waste and separate (even) better where necessary.

11-04-2023

Also reduce waste and thus save costs?

Are you already among the large group of people who separate their waste properly? In that case, thanks for that! We can take another great step: towards less waste. There are many good and fun ways, which often also save you money.

11-04-2023

Boven-Hardinxveld gets environmental pass

Residents of Boven-Hardinxveld will be the first to receive an environmental pass in their letterbox this week. From 17 April, the collection containers for residual waste in Boven-Hardinxveld will be closed. The containers can then only be opened with the environmental pass.

Nieuwe asbakken in Gorinchem tegen peuken op straat

05-04-2023

New ashtrays in Gorinchem against cigarette butts on the street

Have you seen them yet? New ashtrays have been installed in Gorinchem to tackle the problem of cigarette butts on the street.

Maak kennis met onze educatiemedewerker Ozan

05-04-2023

Meet our education officer Ozan

Ozan Cimen has been working as an education officer at Waardlanden since November 2022. His work is varied and every day looks different. Much of his time is spent at the litter-free schools.

04-04-2023

Trial of smart litter bins

In each Waardlanden municipality, a smart waste bin, the Mr. Fill, will be installed for a period of 3 months. During the trial, we are testing whether the bins need to be emptied less often thanks to a built-in press, which runs on a solar panel.

04-04-2023

Waste collection changes Gorinchem

There will be changes around waste collection in the coming period. We will implement the changes per municipality step by step. After Hardinxveld-Giessendam, we will also start in Gorinchem.

Waardlanden verwelkomt 74e afvalvrije school

29-03-2023

Waardlanden welcomes 74th waste-free school

Knowledge creates more understanding and different behaviour. This is why Waardlanden has offered the "Waste-Free Schools" programme since 2014. The aim is to make young people handle waste properly and provide sufficient knowledge. Jenaplan School Gorkum is the 74th waste-free school in our municipalities to participate in the programme.

Veranderingen afvalinzameling in Hardinxveld-Giessendam

15-03-2023

Waste collection changes in Hardinxveld-Giessendam

There will be changes around waste collection in the coming period. We will implement the changes step by step in each municipality. We will start in the built-up area of Hardinxveld-Giessendam.

Restafvalcontainers aanpassen naar pmd in Vianen in volle gang

15-03-2023

Residual waste containers change to pmd in Vianen in full swing

Starting this week, our supplier DVL Milieu will flush and sticker residual waste containers at low-rise houses in the former municipality of Vianen. You will use this container for pmd. The special pmd bags will disappear.

14-03-2023

We are moving towards even better separation

In 2024, the time will come. Then the municipalities of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam and Molenlanden will switch to the recycling tariff. This year, we will get you started with advice and tips to make separating waste in 2024 even better and easier.

14-03-2023

Deposit on cans from 1 April

The time has finally come on 1 April. After deposits on plastic bottles led to a reduction of up to 70% of plastic bottles in nature, it is now cans' turn.

Locaties verzamelcontainers voor restafval vroegere gemeente Vianen

07-03-2023

Locations collection containers for residual waste former municipality of Vianen

New underground collection containers for residual waste have been installed in the former municipality of Vianen. So there is always a collection container within walking distance.

Nieuwe verzamelcontainers voor gft krijgen stickers

23-02-2023

New GFT collection containers get stickers

Since last summer, we have been working on new collection containers for GFT places at high-rise buildings. This will soon allow residents of flats, flats and upstairs flats to separate GFT.

Inwoners van de vroegere gemeente Vianen gaan pmd anders inzamelen

22-02-2023

Residents of former Vianen municipality to collect pmd differently

Residents in the former municipality of Vianen still kept their plastic, metal and drink cartons (pmd) separated in special pmd bags. Since April 2023, the special pmd bags have disappeared.

Actiedagen samen met kringloopwinkels. Komt u ook?

26-01-2023

Action days together with thrift shops. Are you coming too?

In Circular Economy Week from 6 up to 11 February, we will organise action days together with several charity shops in the region. On these days, you can get free items, tips and questions about avoiding residual waste and separating raw materials (even) better.

Ruim 7100 kerstbomen ingeleverd voor recycling

23-01-2023

Over 7100 Christmas trees handed in for recycling

Almost as traditional as the celebration of the holiday season, the annual Christmas tree collection has now become. Residents drove to and fro in recent weeks to bring Christmas trees. For each Christmas tree this year, they received an amount of 50 cents.

Waardlanden verlaagt CO2-uitstoot van wagenpark

18-01-2023

Waardlanden reduces CO2 emissions from vehicle fleet

From 1 February, all diesel vehicles of Waardlanden will run on HVO100. HVO100 is a sustainable cleaner diesel variant made from processed vegetable and animal residual waste, such as oils and fats. The fuel reduces CO2 emissions and improves air quality. It is also better for the engines of the cars.

Mooie opbrengst actiedag ‘Steun Oekraïne!’

29-12-2022

Nice proceeds from action day 'Support Ukraine!'

Despite the bad weather, the day of action for Ukraine yielded a nice yield of some 400 banana boxes of food. The first shipments will leave 2 January 2023.

Plaatsen en aanpassen verzamelcontainers

22-12-2022

Placing and adjusting collection containers

In all our municipalities, we are adapting the throw-in openings of the underground collection containers for residual waste and PMD. The container openings go from 80 litres to 60 litres. We also place GFT collection containers at flats and apartment complexes.

22-12-2022

Prevent your container from freezing

In the winter months, the mercury sometimes drops well below zero. This can cause problems when emptying your container. In this article, you will find tips to reduce the risk of freezing.

13-12-2022

Action Day Support Ukraine

Four aid organisations active in Alblasserwaard and Vijfheerenlanden are jointly holding a day of action for Ukraine on 28 December 2022. On this Wednesday, residents can hand in goods at seven locations between noon and 7pm.

Laatste dag van omruilactie restafvalcontainers

08-12-2022

Last day of residual waste container exchange campaign

This week, our supplier DVL changes Environment topples final residual waste containers in outlying area. Do you live outside the built-up area or on the outskirts of your municipality? If so, you now have a new residual waste container with chip.

Test met registratie legen restafvalcontainers

23-11-2022

Test with registration emptying residual waste containers

During the collection rounds of residual waste in the outlying area, we started testing the new reading equipment in our trucks. With this equipment, we read the chip in the new residual waste containers.

Al ruim 1.500 fietsen ingeleverd voor tweede leven

02-11-2022

Over 1,500 bikes already handed in for second life

A year after the start of the bicycle project, over 1,500 bicycles have already been handed in. Of these, some 500 bikes have been refurbished for a new life with another owner.

Omruilactie restafvalcontainers in volle gang

24-10-2022

Residual waste container exchange campaign in full swing

Do you live outside the built-up area or on the outskirts of your municipality? Then you will receive a new 240-litre container for residual waste. A major operation with which our supplier DVL Milieu is busy.

Ecopark Groot-Ammers heet eerste bezoekers welkom

18-10-2022

Ecopark Groot-Ammers welcomes first visitors

On 15 October, the Ecopark in Groot-Ammers was festively opened. Hundreds of residents attended the festive afternoon. Groot-Ammers has gained a unique location. Nowhere else in the Netherlands will you find an eco-park with a recycling station, workshop and education area.

Gefaseerde invoering nieuw afval- en grondstoffenbeleid

13-10-2022

Phased introduction of new waste and resources policy

Due to supply problems and labour shortages, the board has adopted a new schedule. The main adjustment is that we will phase in the changes together with the municipalities in 2023. This will allow you as residents to get used to them step by step.

03-10-2022

New board for Waardlanden

Waardlanden is a partnership of the municipalities of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Molenlanden and Vijfheerenlanden. Waardlanden's new board consists of an alderman from each of these municipalities.

Feestelijke opening Ecopark Groot-Ammers op 15 oktober

29-09-2022

Festive opening of Ecopark Groot-Ammers on 15 October

Saturday 15 October at noon, children's mayor Fedde Linneweever and alderman John Quik of the Molenlanden municipality will open the Ecopark at Transportweg 3 in Groot-Ammers.

Restafvalcontainers met chip voor inwoners buiten de bebouwde kom

02-09-2022

Residual waste containers with chip for residents outside built-up areas

Do you live outside the built-up area or on the outskirts of the municipality of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Molenlanden or Vijfheerenlanden? Then you will have received a 240-litre container with chip for your residual waste in the last quarter of 2022.

12-09-2022

How much food do you throw away?

Did you know that in the Netherlands, we never eat a quarter of all our food? You too can help prevent food waste. This week is Wastefree Week. Will you join us?

12-09-2022

Tips against food waste

Did you know that in the Netherlands, we never eat a quarter of all our food? All that food is grown, processed, transported, cooled and warmed. We put a lot of energy into it. It is a shame if we waste energy and raw materials by throwing away food unnecessarily. You too can help prevent food waste!

Eindpresentatie circulaire economie Fortes Technasium

07-06-2022

Fortes students present circular object

Children from the second class of Fortes Technasium have been working on a school project on waste and circular economy with Waardlanden as the client. Today they are presenting the final result to our environmental coach Nelleke.

Samen voor een afvalvrije en schone regio

23-05-2022

Together for a waste-free and clean region

Those who recycle waste contribute to a clean and beautiful living environment, for themselves and future generations. Much waste can very well be given a second life.

Plaatsen ondergrondse afvalcontainers in voormalige gemeente Vianen van start

20-04-2022

Placing underground waste containers in former Vianen municipality started

On Wednesday 20 April, Christa Hendriksen, alderman of the Vijfheerenlanden municipality, together with contractor Klijn Infra, placed a new underground container for residual waste in Hagestein.

23-03-2022

Key into our cycling project

Do you enjoy tinkering with old or discarded bikes? Then join our bike project and give bikes a second life!

08-04-2021

New waste and resources policy

Together for a waste-free and clean municipality. This is the title of the new waste and raw materials policy plan of the municipalities of Gorinchem, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Molenlanden and Vijfheerenlanden and Waardlanden. Through various measures, the municipalities aim to reduce the amount of residual waste to no more than 100 kilograms per inhabitant in 2025.

Enquête over nieuw afval- en grondstoffenbeleid

20-01-2021

Survey on new waste and resources policy

Your municipality and Waardlanden are going to revamp the waste and raw materials policy. The aim is to reduce residual waste and recycle more waste into raw materials. An initial residents' survey was held last year on this subject. Residents could contribute ideas on how to improve (separate) waste collection. We are now holding a follow-up survey.

Inwoners denken mee over nieuw grondstoffenbeleid

09-06-2020

Residents have their say on new raw materials policy

3,573 residents participated in a survey on a new waste/resources policy in our region. The municipalities and Waardlanden are including the comments and suggestions made by residents in the development of the new policy.

28-05-2020

Old paper is new paper

We throw away an average of 80 kilos of waste paper every year. 87% of all waste paper is recycled. We are a world leader in paper recycling in the Netherlands. Paper can be recycled seven times; it is made into new paper again.

Resultaten bewonersenquête rond de zomer

15-05-2020

Resident survey results around summer

Many residents participated in the digital survey on waste/resource collection and our other services. Over 3,000 residents, from all four municipalities, completed the questionnaire. We will share the results with residents around the summer.

Papier netjes scheiden bespaart afvalkosten en is goed voor het milieu

13-02-2020

Separating paper neatly saves waste costs and is good for the environment

Waste paper contains more and more pollution. It costs more and more to remove that pollution. One-seventh of separately collected paper is not paper. This is burnt as residual waste: this too is a hefty cost. As a resident, you help reduce these costs by separating your paper neatly: clean and dry.

Met de Waardlanden-app alles bij de hand

16-12-2019

Everything at hand with the Waardlanden app

Download our handy app. This way, you always have all waste information to hand. And you know exactly when your container is due at the road and where what type of waste is allowed.

18-12-2019

Fat: recycle it!

Deep-frying fat, cooking oil and fatty gravy are recycled if they are handed in separately. You can hand it in at one of our environmental centres. Some supermarkets, DIY shops, recycling shops and (sports) clubs also have special collection containers for deep-frying fat and cooking oil.