Decree-Law No. 62/2001 approving EEC Directive No. 91/157 on solid waste disposal. Country/Territory Portugal Document type Legislation Date 2001 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Waste & hazardous substances Keyword Solid waste Hazardous waste Waste disposal Pollution control Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe Entry into force notes This Decree-Law enters into force on the date of publication. Abstract This Decree-Law approves EC Directive No. 91/157 on solid waste disposal. It consists of 14 articles and 3 annexes specifying the requirements to be satisfied for solid waste disposal (in particular used batteries and potentially polluting residues). Full text Portuguese