Starting January 1, 2026, the municipality of Overbetuwe will work with waste collector Dar for waste collection. This step follows the previously announced departure of the current collector PreZero. After a careful investigation, the municipality chose Dar: a public waste collector that is already active in several municipalities in the region and strongly focuses on sustainability and circularity.
Careful research into the best solution
The municipality of Overbetuwe examined various options: engaging a commercial party, collecting waste themselves, or joining a public organization. Ultimately, the choice was made for Dar. This choice is based on reliability, regional cooperation, and the possibility for the municipality to contribute and guide through shareholding.
Alderman Rik van den Dam:
“We find it important that residents can rely on good, reliable, and sustainable waste collection. By choosing Dar, we opt for a partner with extensive experience and a clear vision on circularity. We look forward to a long-term collaboration where we work together towards a clean and future-proof municipality.”
Residents will be informed in a timely manner
In the coming period, the municipality will work with Dar on a careful transition. Residents will remain assured of good service. Any changes, such as adjusted collection days or new procedures, will be communicated well in advance.
Strengthening regional cooperation
With the accession as a shareholder of Dar, the municipality of Overbetuwe takes a step towards closer regional cooperation in the field of waste management and sustainability.
Bart de Bruin, General Director of Dar:
“We are pleased with the accession of the municipality of Overbetuwe as a shareholder of Dar. We look forward to a good collaboration where we join forces with all residents. Together, we ensure a circular, green, and clean living environment in the region.”
About Dar
Dar is a public organization for waste collection and management of public spaces that is already active in several municipalities. In collaboration with municipalities, Dar ensures well-organized waste collection. They do this with attention to people, the environment, and society.