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EPR-News & Updates
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EPR-News & Updates
Which category does my device fall into?
Anyone who places electrical or electronic equipment on the market in Germany is required by the ElektroG to register with
EPR Representative Authorization: Rules for Packaging, Equipment, and Batteries
Anyone selling products in Europe will quickly come across the term EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility). However, one key point is
Take-back obligations for waste electrical and electronic equipment under the ElektroG4
The Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) regulates the environmentally sound disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. Since the ElektroG4
EPR 2026: The Compliance Check for E-Commerce / Online Retail
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) holds companies accountable: Anyone who places products on the market is responsible for their entire lifecycle
🔋 Dispose of batteries properly!
Whether they’re empty button cells, rechargeable batteries from digital cameras, or batteries from remote controls: once they’re used up, the
OfH Check 2026: Roles and Responsibilities of Manufacturers, Retailers, and OfH!
The new Battery Act Implementation Act (BattDG) has been in effect in Germany since October 7, 2025. It transposes the
EUNR is launching! A new network of European packaging registers
Brand new and officially launched: 16 EU member states have joined forces in the European National Registers Network (EUNR) to
🔆 PV Modules Under the ElektroG4 – Key Questions and Answers for Manufacturers and Dealers
With the ElektroG4, which took effect on January 1, 2026, new and stricter obligations apply to manufacturers and retailers. Here
🔋New as of January 1: Why the counter model makes waste disposal safer now
As of January 1, 2026, a significant change has taken effect at all municipal recycling centers and collection points in
Solar Panels: What Manufacturers Need to Know About the 72-Hour Window
Since October 2015, PV modules have been subject to the WEEE Directive. The biggest challenge here is the tight timeframe
Design for Recycling: A package’s fate is determined at the moment of its creation ♻️
Multi-layer composite films that cannot be separated. Labels that contaminate plastic. Black packaging that sorting systems cannot detect. All of
🔋The 5 battery categories under the BattDG
The regulatory landscape for batteries has undergone a fundamental transformation. The old Battery Act (BattG) of 2009, which distinguished between
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