As part of its 'WeArePark' 2025 campaign launch, Brussels Environment is urging park visitors to respect green spaces, particularly in Brussels, amid rising concerns about littering.
In 2024, 440 tonnes of waste were collected from regional parks and sent to the incinerator, with 500 cubic metres of PMC (plastic, metal, and carton) recycled, and some sent to bulky waste disposal.
These figures represent an increase from 2023, which saw 366 tonnes incinerated—20% less than in 2022—and 371 cubic metres of PMC recycled, compared to 222 cubic metres in 2022.
WeArePark encourages visitors to dispose rubbish in bins or take it home if necessary, and to maintain a moderate speed on bicycles and scooters within parks.
The campaign advises against picking flowers and plants and feeding animals. Educational activities, including collective clean-up operations, sports challenges, and awareness stands, are scheduled until mid-September in 19 Brussels parks.
"Just one cigarette butt can pollute up to 500 litres of water," highlights Brussels Environment. "An aluminium can may take up to 500 years to fully decompose in nature. Although aluminium is 100% recyclable indefinitely, its slow degradation underlines the importance of recycling."
Littering fines can reach up to €350.
