SPV is responsible for managing waste from non-reusable packaging on behalf of packers, fillers and importers using the Integrated Packaging Waste Management System. SPV's work enables everyone to obey the law and avoid legal penalties while also contributing to a better environment.

Joining the Green Dot system more economically advantageous than creating your own management system for your non-reusable packaging placed on the Portuguese market.
The specific legislation on the management of packaging and packaging waste (1) states that it is compulsory for packers, fillers and importers to ensure the existence of a properly licensed waste management system in which packaged products placed on the Portuguese market are recycled after use or, alternatively, to transfer this responsibility to a duly licensed body. This is the case of Sociedade Ponto Verde, which is licensed to manage non-reusable packaging waste and ensure that it is sent for recovery and recycling, thereby continuing its useful life.

(1) Decree-Law 152-D/2017

To meet your responsibilities in Packaging Management and Packaging Waste and check if your company needs to join Sociedade Ponto Verde, complete the following form:

(1) Service packaging - packaging that is filled or made up by companies, normally traders and retailers and companies in the services or food and beverage sectors, and intended solely for packing products that they sell at their outlets. (E.g. paper bags with or without handles, plastic bags, wrapping paper, ...)