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The amount of portable batteries collected is steadily increasing!
The amount of portable batteries collected is steadily increasing! The amount of used batteries and rechargeable batteries collected in Germany
More than just recycling: How the R hierarchy guides the circular economy
In public discourse, recycling is often regarded as the ultimate solution. However, the scientific and legal waste hierarchy shows that
Photovoltaics in Germany: From a Launch in Space to a Mainstay of the Energy Mix
The modern solar cell was invented in 1954. Once an expensive technology used in satellites, it now supplies a large
The Future of the Solar Industry: What you need to know about the new EU regulations
Die Zukunft der PV-Branche: Was Sie über die neuen EU-Vorgaben wissen müssen Die Zukunft der PV-Branche: Was Sie über die
Circular Economy instead of Waste Export: A closer look at the new EU Waste Shipment Regulation
On November 21, 2026, the official ban on the export of EU plastic waste to non-OECD countries will take effect.Although
The “Disposal Wave”: What Happens to Our Solar Panels After 30 Years? ☀️♻️
The “Disposal Wave”: What Happens to Our Solar Panels After 30 Years? ☀️♻️ Die „Entsorgungswelle“: Was passiert mit unseren Solarmodulen
The Future of the Circular Economy: Collection Targets for Batteries
With the new Battery Act Implementation Act (BattDG) and the EU Battery Regulation, stricter rules for disposal and recycling are
The EU Repairability and Durability Index 2026/2027
The EU Repairability and Durability Index 2026/2027 In the summer of 2026, the “European Green Deal” will drive the transition
Guide and Checklist: EPR Compliance for Batteries in Belgium
Elementor #17155 Guide and Checklist: EPR Compliance for Batteries in Belgium Anyone who sells battery-powered products in Belgium is familiar
ECOPV-EU operates its own collection system for used device batteries
As an officially recognized Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO), ECOPV-EU is your certified partner and operational service provider for extended producer
PPWR 2026: The clock is ticking for the packaging industry!
The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will take effect on August 12, 2026. The EU’s goal is to reduce waste by
Deceptive packaging: paper on the outside, plastic on the inside
We’re all familiar with takeout cups labeled “eco-friendly” or “sustainable.” But beneath that supposedly green exterior, there’s almost always a
What exactly is the insolvency-proof guarantee?
Anyone selling electrical appliances in Germany must comply with important legal regulations. A key requirement is the insolvency-proof guarantee. Many
ElektroG Compliance: What matters when it comes to small appliances
Did you know that a flashing greeting card is legally classified as an electrical device? The reason is the “open
🔋 E-bike Batteries: Boom, Fire Hazard & Disposal
The numbers speak for themselves: 15.7 million e-bikes were on German roads in 2024 – a massive increase compared to
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