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Sweden's new waste legislation 2026 – how it affects your soil handling
A new Chapter 15 of the Swedish Environmental Code has been in force since 1 July 2026. Download the guide to get up to speed on the exemption for clean excavation soil, the handover control requirement, and what you need to document.
What's inside
- The new exemption for clean excavation soil reused on site — when it applies, and when it doesn't.
- Handover control: what the receiving facility must verify before accepting a load.
- Per-load documentation and traceability requirements, from sender to final receiver.
- Practical checklist for contractors, clients and receiving facilities under the new rules that apply since 1 July 2026.
PDF · ~10 minute read · written by Pinpointer's compliance team. The PDF is in Swedish.
This guide is provided for informational purposes and is based on Government Bill 2025/26:108 and Chapter 15 of the Environmental Code. It does not constitute legal or environmental engineering advice, and does not replace an environmental consultant's assessment in a specific case. Environmental and construction law is complex and depends on the circumstances of each project. For classification and assessment, engage a qualified expert or contact the supervisory authority. © 2026 Pinpointer AB.