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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
The Microplastic Cycle: From Formation to Regulation
Microplastics are a ubiquitous reality in our environment and our bodies. The life cycle of these tiny particles can be
🔋Seeking Logistics Partners: Battery & Vehicle Disposal!
ECOPV-EU GmbH (an accredited Producer Responsibility Organization under Germany’s Battery Act (BattDG)) is establishing a Europe-wide network for take-back, logistics,
3 Steps to an Official Battery Collection Point with ECOPV-EU
Retailers and distributors are legally required to accept used batteries free of charge, provided they carry them in their product
Household Waste Checklist: What can go in and what has to stay out?
Conserving resources starts right at home. The misconception that modern sorting facilities can separate everything perfectly anyway persists. But what
Linear vs. Recycling vs. Circular Economy
The way we manufacture and use products is changing radically. But what do these technical terms mean in practice? 1.
Only a few weeks left until the PPWR!
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) is coming fast.Now is the time to prepare in a legally compliant manner and
The PPWR is coming: Here’s what will change for packaging starting in 2026!
Here is a quick overview of the official timeline: August 2026: Mandatory EU declaration of conformity, strict PFAS ban, and
Guide and Checklist: EPR Compliance for Packaging in France
Anyone who sells products in France is familiar with the issue: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) makes companies jointly responsible for
German Packaging Act Delayed: What will apply to businesses starting in August 2026?
Recent reports confirm a delay in the Packaging Act Implementation Act (VerpackDG). The reason for this is the European Commission’s
The Major ESG Roadmap starting in 2026: What companies need to know now
Did you know that we are in the midst of a critical phase of the EU’s sustainability strategy? Whereas “sustainability”
From Disposal to Circularity: The State of Waste Management in Germany
Germany produces nearly 380 million tons of waste annually. More than half of this consists of construction and demolition waste.
Urban Mining: The City as the Raw Materials Depot of the Future
We live in a world where raw materials are becoming scarcer, more expensive, and more geopolitically sensitive. At the same