disposal — - the collection, sorting, transport and treatment of waste as well as its storage and tipping above or under ground, the transformation operations necessary for its re-use, recovery or recycling (b)

waste — any substance or object which the holder disposes of or is required to dispose of pursuant to the provisions of national law in force; (1)OJ No C 32, 11.2.1975, p. 36. (2)OJ No C 16, 23.1.1975, p. 12. (3)OJ No C 112, 20.12.1973, p. 3 art_1__para