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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
Fast Tech & E-Waste: The New Trend & EU Laws for 2027
The principle of fast fashion – rapid production, low prices, short lifespan – is increasingly taking hold in the electronics
PPWR: The EU Declaration of Conformity becomes mandatory
Effective August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will apply directly. In addition to EPR compliance (such as LUCID
Germany Finalizes Its Packaging Law: The VerpackDG has passed the Bundesrat
On July 10, 2026, the Bundesrat adopted the new Packaging Law Implementation Act (VerpackDG). The German Bundestag had previously passed
EUNR publishes first guideline on the definition of a manufacturer under the PPWR
The European Union of Packaging Registers (EUNR) has published its first guideline on the interpretation of the PPWR. The focus
PFAS in Food Packaging: Health Risks & Impact from PPWR
Grease- and water-repellent food packaging – such as fast-food wrappers, french fry bags, or pizza boxes – often contains PFAS.
EPR Poland: Key Requirements for Batteries, WEEE, and Packaging
The Polish Ministry of the Environment and the relevant authorities are strictly enforcing extended producer responsibility (EPR). Anyone who places
The EmpCo deadline is approaching: No more misleading green claims
In less than three months, the world of sustainability communication will change.On September 27, 2026, the new EmpCo requirements will
EU Ecodesign (ESPR): The Roadmap for the Circular Economy Is in Place
With the Ecodesign Regulation (ESPR – Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation), the European Union is fundamentally reshaping the framework for
Modular Smartphones: A Concept for the Future?
Today’s electronics industry is characterized by short innovation cycles and a problematic throwaway culture. A promising approach to reducing electronic
PPWR Practical Check: Three Misconceptions About the New EU Packaging Regulation
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) represents one of the most comprehensive regulatory changes for the European economy. The goal
What Companies Need to Know About Eco-Modulation
Eco-modulation is a financial incentive and penalty system for packaging under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. Those who use
PPWR PFAS: New Limits & Bans Effective August 2026
Effective August 12, 2026, the new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) prohibits the placing on the market of food contact packaging