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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 Spain: Requirements for Packaging, WEEE, and Batteries
The Spanish Ministry of Ecological Transition (MITECO) is cracking down on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Anyone who places packaging, batteries,
The ear Foundation: What is it all about and who needs to register?
Anyone who places electrical appliances or batteries on the market in Germany for the first time for commercial purposes is
EPR Registration 2026: How Does It Work?
Selling online through your own online stores or platforms such as Amazon and eBay makes Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) a
Midterm Review: Six Months of the “Counter Model” Under the ElektroG
The latest amendment to the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG4) has been in effect since January 2026. A key
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,