1. What is biowaste?

1.1 Definition

Biowaste is defined by law (see article L541-1-1 du Code de l’environnement ) in the following terms: This is non-hazardous biodegradable garden or park waste, food or kitchen waste from households, offices, restaurants, wholesalers, canteens, caterers or retail outlets, as well as comparable waste from food processing plants.

This organic waste, produced by human and animal activities, can be divided into several categories.

• Food waste is organic waste from cooking and eating, such as shells, food scraps and peelings. It accounts for around 40% of the total weight...