⚠️ EUDR Update: Potential Delay, but the Mission Remains Critical ⏱️ On October 2nd, the European Commission proposed a 12-month delay in applying the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) - a regulation aimed at removing deforestation-linked products from the EU market. Despite this delay, the urgency to combat deforestation remains vital, particularly in the context of worsening climate events. The EUDR must remain a critical tool in the fight against deforestation by enforcing traceability and mandatory due diligence across supply chains. This postponement provides time for critical steps: ➡️ Developing robust due diligence processes ➡️ Supporting smaller suppliers and smallholder farmers in compliance ➡️ Improving guidance and the IT platform for easier compliance Nevertheless, the delay should not be used as an opportunity to reopen the EUDR to new negotiations to weaken its core principles or undermine the broader Green Deal framework. We must take this time to strengthen the regulation’s impact, ensuring both current and future laws stay focused on protecting our forests and the planet. Reach out to the ASD team to learn more about how we support our Members in preparing for the EUDR ➡️ asd@bsr.org / asd@transitions-dd.com #EUDR #Compliance #SustainableSupplyChains
🚨 [The EUDR is probably delayed but still coming… Are you ready?] On October 2nd, the European Commission proposed a 12-month delay in applying the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The primary objective of the EUDR is to exclude products that contribute to global deforestation from the EU market. In the context of major rainforest fires and forests switching from carbon sinks to carbon emission sources, the emergency to better regulate products causing deforestation remains the same. ❗ While the postponement of the law is becoming increasingly certain, the real focus should be safeguarding its’ impact. The EUDR is and must stay a landmark regulation to fight deforestation by making traceability and due diligence across supply chains compulsory. Its delay must not allow the reopening of its substance to be changed, nor should it permit the weakening of the broader Green Deal legislative framework for both existing and upcoming laws. 👉 In this context, we think that the next 12 months – ‘phasing period’ - should be dedicated to: - The development and implementation of robust due diligence procedures, while prioritizing supplier engagement to prepare for full compliance. - The identification of the remaining bottlenecks, especially for smaller suppliers and smallholders who may need additional support to meet the new standards. - The improvement by the European Commission in the guidance, FAQs, and IT platform to make the DDS declaration process easier, faster and routine process. With the right focus, this postponement can be a valuable opportunity to ensure a more thorough and inclusive approach to meeting the EUDR’s requirements. ❔ And you, are you ready for the application of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)? 👀 Discover more about it - Take a look at our training: https://bit.ly/3BI3iU4 #EUDR #compliance #sustainablesupplychains