Waste Management
How Waste Sorting Works in Czech Republic
The Czech system uses six container colours, each serving a defined waste stream. Here is what each colour accepts and what happens after collection under the EKO-KOM scheme.
Czech Republic — Eco Living
Understanding Green Daily Life in Czech Cities
From colour-coded waste containers to district heating systems — how Czech households approach environmental responsibility in practice.
Articles
Energy
Reducing Energy Use in Czech Apartments
With electricity averaging 5.4 CZK per kWh in 2024, small adjustments to lighting, heating controls, and appliance use translate into measurable savings over a year.
Consumption
Conscious Purchasing in Czech Cities
Bulk food shops, farmers markets, and second-hand networks have expanded considerably in Czech cities. A look at what is available, where to find it, and how Czechs are using it.
In Depth
Composting and Bio-Waste Collection in Czech Municipalities
From January 2025, Czech municipalities with more than 2,000 inhabitants are required by law to provide separate collection for biodegradable kitchen waste. The brown containers — already familiar in some Prague districts — are now being rolled out nationwide. What goes inside, what doesn't, and how the material is processed.