Common Applications of the 3R Concept in Daily Life Among Belgians 2025

Recycling dominates Belgian 3R behavior. 45.9% report doing it both at home and at work, a clear reflection of widespread infrastructure and long-standing habits reinforced by regional waste collection systems. Reuse follows close behind at 37.3%, pointing to a culture of practicality, perhaps driven by growing thrift economies and circular design trends in cities like Antwerp. Both in waste and costs sit at 34%, showing moderate traction despite its long-term impact. Composting reaches 30.4%, likely fueled by urban initiatives and garden-friendly policies in Flanders. Yet only 25.9% actively buy recycled products, and 24.1% focus on saving natural resources, indicating a gap between waste management and mindful consumption. That 18% take none of these actions suggests that while Belgium leads in policy, daily commitment is uneven.

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