Digital Technologies for Better Enforcement of Waste Regulation and Elimination of
Waste Crime
Waste crimes create social and economic issues. Offenders commit crime due to either
a lack of awareness of waste law or the belief that there is a low risk of being caught
and punished. OECD countries are using digital tools to improve their use of resources
with the aim to promote compliance and detect violation of waste law. This paper reviews
the types of waste crimes, their motivations, and opportunities for governments to
use digital tools for their enforcement efforts. It finds that governments have thus
far mainly focused on digitalising their data collection and their exchange of information
with the public and partners. Further application of digital tools can improve the
connection of these tools and test predictive analytical tools such as artificial
intelligence systems.
Available from April 26, 2024
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