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Battery reporting for 2026: clarify responsibilities and data early
Understand the UBA guidance updated on 9 October 2026: reporting years, actor-specific responsibilities and practical data preparation.
EmpCo for Consumers: New Rules on Environmental Advertising & Warranties
Starting September 27, 2026, new rules under the EmpCo Directive will take effect—and for consumers, this means a number of
Electrical Equipment Act: DUH Issues Cease-and-Desist Letters
The new labeling requirements effective July 1, 2026, must not be underestimated or treated as a minor issue by retailers.
Preventing Fires at Waste Facilities: Germany Focuses on Battery Take-Back
Germany’s environment ministry outlines proposals for better take-back, staff training and clearer consumer information.
UBA Fireworks Waste Study: The Binding Levy Rate Is Still Pending
A UBA study provides a basis for Germany’s fireworks levy. The calculated €0.691/kg also appears in a draft regulation, but the binding rate is still pending.
Germany’s E-Waste Action Weeks 2026: A Practical Checklist for Businesses
Germany’s E-Waste Action Weeks offer businesses an opportunity to review return information, customer service guidance and internal responsibilities.
PPWR Marketplace Audit: Liability pitfalls on Amazon & eBay
Do you sell on Amazon, eBay, or other marketplaces and assume that your packaging licensing is all taken care of?
EmpCo Policy: Transitional arrangement for existing portfolios through 2028
The new rules under the EmpCo Directive have been in effect in Germany since September 27, 2026. This marks the
Vaasa promotes sustainable mobility and citizen participation
During its European Green Leaf Year 2026, Vaasa is investing in bicycle maintenance stands, e-bikes for city administration employees and citizen participation.
UBA packaging FAQ: understanding roles, documentation and deadlines
The updated UBA FAQ explains roles and obligations under packaging law. For businesses, correctly assigning responsibilities, documentation and application dates is key.
EmpCo Directive Effective September: New Rules for Green Claims
In two days, the new regulations implementing the European EmpCo Directive will take effect in Germany. Companies should therefore review
PPWR: An EU Regulation, Different National Responses
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) took effect on August 12, 2026. While the far-reaching bans on certain single-use plastic
Important Legislative Change: New Take-Back Requirement for Disposable E-Cigarettes
Starting July 1, 2026, expanded regulations for the sale of single-use vapes will take effect. All retail outlets must now
PPWR Declaration of Conformity: The Legal Foundation for Packaging Starting in August 2026
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will take effect on August 12, 2026. Without a legally binding Declaration of Conformity
Germany’s Packaging Act – What Companies Need to Know About the LUCID Registry
Anyone who commercially places packaged goods into circulation in Germany is responsible for their disposal and recycling. The Packaging Act
Why the Tighter REACH Regulations Affect Every Product Supplier
The EU is drastically tightening its regulations on chemicals. This no longer affects just the chemical industry, but everyone who
From Intermediary to Enforcer – The Role of Marketplaces
Online marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, and Zalando no longer act as passive intermediaries. With the entry into force of
WEEE regulations are changing: More markets. More complexity.
Anyone who sells electrical and electronic equipment in Europe quickly realizes that implementation of the WEEE Directive is inconsistent. The
EPR Authorized Representative for Packaging: PPWR Obligations Effective August 2026
With the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) set to take effect on August 12, 2026, cross-border trade is facing profound changes.
EPR Compliance in Italy in 2026: Do You Know Your Obligations Regarding Packaging, Batteries, and WEEE?
The Italian Ministry of the Environment (MASE) is cracking down on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Anyone who places packaging, batteries,
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
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