List of Wastes (LoW)
In-depth regulatory definition and operational context for List of Wastes (LoW) under 2026 mandates.
The UK's domestic transposition of the European Waste Catalogue.
Technical Guidance & Context
Regulators and industry professionals frequently use the term 'LoW' interchangeably with 'EWC Codes' (European Waste Catalogue Codes). It provides the standardised six-digit classification system for all waste types.
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EWC Code
The European Waste Catalogue (EWC) is a six-digit code used to classify waste and determine its destination in the UK and EU. Correct EWC classification is a legal requirement under the Duty of Care.
Annex VII
An Annex VII form is the required documentation for 'Green List' waste shipments moving between Great Britain and Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework.
Mandatory Digital Waste Tracking (DWT)
Mandatory Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) is the UK’s statutory move from paper-based waste records to a centralised digital system under the Environment Act 2021. It replaces traditional Waste Transfer Notes (WTNs) and Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes (HWCNs).