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ECOPV-EU: Officially recognized by the EAR Foundation as an organization for producer responsibility (OfH)
Officially confirmed: ECOPV-EU GmbH is now listed as a producer responsibility organization (PRO) in the official directory of the EAR

How the Battery Act (BattG) Impacts E-Commerce Sellers and Online Marketplaces
The German Battery Act (BattG) imposes strict environmental responsibilities on businesses placing batteries or battery-containing products on the German market.

What Is the German Battery Act (BattG)? A Complete for Manufacturers and Importers
The German Battery Act (BattG): Compliance Guide for Businesses The German Battery Act (BattG) is the national implementation of the

How to Register Under the German Battery Act (BattG): Step-by-Step Compliance Guide
The German Battery Act (BattG) sets strict rules for placing batteries on the German market, aiming to improve collection, recycling,

BattG compliance: Avoid the 5 most common mistakes under the Battery Act
The German Battery Act (BattG) strictly regulates the disposal and marketing of batteries and accumulators. Anyone who sells batteries, rechargeable

Find a BattG representative in Germany: Your guide to legally compliant compliance
Choosing a qualified authorized representative (AR) is the most important decision international companies can make to comply with the German

Germany’s Packaging Act FAQ: A Starter’s Guide for New Businesses
What the Packaging Act covers VerpackG applies to anyone who first places filled packaging on the German market—whether you manufacture in

Reporting and Take-Back Obligations Under the German Battery Act (BattG)
The German Battery Act (BattG) imposes strict requirements on manufacturers, importers, and distributors to ensure environmentally responsible battery handling. Compliance

Who Is Affected by the Battery Act (BattG)? Roles, Obligations, and Market Scope Explained
The German Battery Act (BattG) applies to anyone placing batteries on the German market, covering manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers.

BattG vs. EU Battery Regulation: The Compliance Guide for Manufacturers
While the German Battery Act (BattG) set the national standard for registration, take-back, and recycling for many years, the EU Battery Regulation

Penalties for Non-Compliance With BattG: What You Need to Know
Understanding the risks of ignoring the German Battery Act (BattG) is essential for any business placing batteries on the German

Common compliance errors under Germany’s Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFondsG)
The Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFondsG) has fundamentally changed the rules of the game for manufacturers and importers in Germany.

Recyclates Explained: From Plastic Waste to Valuable Raw Material
Recycled materials are more than just “recycled plastic.”They are a key raw material for the circular economy and help us

Which category does my device fall into?
Anyone who places electrical or electronic equipment on the market in Germany is required by the ElektroG to register with

EPR Representative Authorization: Rules for Packaging, Equipment, and Batteries
Anyone selling products in Europe will quickly come across the term EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility). However, one key point is

Take-back obligations for waste electrical and electronic equipment under the ElektroG4
The Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) regulates the environmentally sound disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. Since the ElektroG4

EPR 2026: The Compliance Check for E-Commerce / Online Retail
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) holds companies accountable: Anyone who places products on the market is responsible for their entire lifecycle

🔋 Dispose of batteries properly!
Whether they’re empty button cells, rechargeable batteries from digital cameras, or batteries from remote controls: once they’re used up, the

OfH Check 2026: Roles and Responsibilities of Manufacturers, Retailers, and OfH!
The new Battery Act Implementation Act (BattDG) has been in effect in Germany since October 7, 2025. It transposes the

EUNR is launching! A new network of European packaging registers
Brand new and officially launched: 16 EU member states have joined forces in the European National Registers Network (EUNR) to

🔆 PV Modules Under the ElektroG4 – Key Questions and Answers for Manufacturers and Dealers
With the ElektroG4, which took effect on January 1, 2026, new and stricter obligations apply to manufacturers and retailers. Here

🔋New as of January 1: Why the counter model makes waste disposal safer now
As of January 1, 2026, a significant change has taken effect at all municipal recycling centers and collection points in

Solar Panels: What Manufacturers Need to Know About the 72-Hour Window
Since October 2015, PV modules have been subject to the WEEE Directive. The biggest challenge here is the tight timeframe

Design for Recycling: A package’s fate is determined at the moment of its creation ♻️
Multi-layer composite films that cannot be separated. Labels that contaminate plastic. Black packaging that sorting systems cannot detect. All of