ANNEX III Criteria for determining best available techniques

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the use of low-waste technology;

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the use of less hazardous substances, including less use of substances of very high concern;

3.

the furthering of recovery and recycling of substances generated and used in the process and of waste, where appropriate;

4.

comparable processes, facilities or methods of operation which have been tried with success on an industrial scale;

5.

technological advances, including digital tools, and changes in scientific knowledge and understanding;

6.

the nature, effects and volume of the emissions concerned;

7.

the commissioning dates for new or existing installations;

8.

the length of time needed to introduce the best available technique;

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the consumption and nature of raw materials, including water, used in the process and resource efficiency and reuse and decarbonisation;

10.

the need to prevent or reduce to a minimum the overall impact of the emissions on the environment, including biodiversity, and the risks to it;

11.

the need to prevent accidents and to minimise the consequences for the environment and human health;

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information published by public international organisations.