In order to produce comparable and reliable data on waste generation and treatment a common understanding of waste classification is necessary. The present guidance document shall support the producers of statistical data to apply the statistical waste nomenclature EWC-Stat in correct way.
Manual on Waste Statistics - A handbook for data collection on waste generation and treatment ( updated version published 2 February 2011)
Supplement to the Manual on Waste Statistics - Definition and explanation of relevant EWCStat categories 
Reference Metadata Structure (ESMS)