DIGITAL WASTE TRANSITION SERIES

Documenting the UK’s transition to Digital Waste Tracking

An independent public record of the UK’s transition to Digital Waste Tracking —documenting regulatory developments, technical guidance and the practical questions emerging as the industry prepares for change.

What This Series Explores

Exploring the regulatory developments, operational experiences and technical foundation shaping the move towards Digital Waste Tracking.

DTS/REGULATORY

Following Defra guidance, implementation timelines and technical developments as the transition progresses

DTS/TECHNICAL

Exploring APIs, data standards, interoperability and the systems required to support digital tracking.

DTS/OPERATORS

Documenting recurring questions, concerns and practical challenges raised by the people working within the industry.

DTS/INDUSTRY ADAPTATION

Observing how businesses prepare, adjust and respond as implementation approaches

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Recent Entries

Entry 001:

Entry 001:

Entry 001:

Technical investigation behind connecting to the Digital Waste Tracking API

Early observation from waste operators and the different way sites are preparing for the Digital Waste Tracking transition.

What exactly is Digital Waste Tracking? A closer look at the rules, scope and requirements behind the UK's digital waste transition.

DTS/Technical

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DTS/Operators

8 August 2026

13 August 2026

DTS/Regulatory

21 August 2026

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This Is Just The Beginning

As Digital waste tracking develops, this archive will continue to grow alongside the industry — documenting new guidance, operational questions and lessons emerging throughout implementation.

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