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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

EPR Compliance in Europe: 3 Areas, 1 Strong Partner!
Anyone who sells across borders in Europe knows that complying with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is complex, time-consuming, and regulated

Battery Labeling: New EU rules delayed
German battery legislation is currently in a transitional phase. While the old Battery Act (BattG) is being phased out, the

PPWR QR Code: Will it become mandatory?
With the implementation of the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR), many companies are wondering when a QR code is required on

EU Battery Regulation: Replaceable batteries starting in February 2027
The smartphone is our daily companion. But when the battery capacity declines, the entire device often becomes unusable. The EU

PPWR Launches: Effective Obligations & the Timeframe
August 12, 2026 marks a milestone for packaging compliance in the EU: The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) becomes mandatory as

Effective July 19: EU bans the destruction of unsold clothing
As of July 19, 2026, a historic ban has been in effect in the EU: Large fashion companies are no

PPWR Launches: Is Your Packaging Compliance Ready?
On August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will generally take effect. This marks the beginning of a new

Digital Product Passport (DPP): Requirements, Data, and Timeline until 2030
In the future, a data carrier (e.g., a QR code or RFID chip) on products will provide far more than

Right to Repair: New Rules Effective July 31
Stricter rules for electronic devices have been in effect in Germany since July 31. The new “right to repair” is

EPR-Full-Service for Europe
Anyone who sells products in multiple European countries must comply with the respective EPR requirements. Different registration, reporting, and system

PPWR: Packaging remains the same. Requirements are changing.
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will officially take effect on August 12, 2026. While visual requirements – such as

BDO System Poland: Guide to EPR
Anyone who places packaging, electrical appliances, or batteries on the Polish market is subject to extended producer responsibility (EPR). The