Other National Authority under the European Statistical System

A foundation of reliable and comparable statistical data is important for making informed policy choices, devising plans, and executing actions. This designation of Other National Authority (ONA) falls under Regulation (EC) 223/2009 on European Statistics and calls on ERA to be the official source for various waste-related statistics. It marks ERA’s contribution in the functioning of a robust National Statistical System, which is coordinated by the National Statistics Office.

As part of the European Statistical System, ONAs must adhere to the European Statistics Code of Practice. This designation empowers ERA to produce, ensure the quality of, and directly transmit Malta’s waste-related statistics to Eurostat in a timely manner. ERA’s designation as an ONA reflects its ability to meet the stringent criteria set forth by the European Statistical System. Moreover, this independence underscores ERA’s responsibility and accountability for the quality and reliability of the waste-related statistics it produces.

The Environment and Resources Authority is the responsible entity in Malta to compile and report the following waste-related statistics directly to Eurostat through the eDAMIS portal on an annual basis in compliance with relevant EU legislation: