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🚨 The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was published in the Official Journal of the EU. Meaning: it will come into force in 20 days and the first requirements are valid from August 2026 🚨 The #PPWR is now Regulation (EU) 2025/40 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 December 2024 on packaging and packaging waste, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and Directive (EU) 2019/904, and repealing Directive 94/62/EC. 📜 With 70 articles and 13 annexes, the PPWR introduces new requirements and definitions. For businesses, the complexities of the new regulation can be daunting. 💡 Producers covered under Extended Producer Responsibility (#EPR) obligations should start evaluating packaging processes, engaging with compliance experts, and exploring sustainable alternatives! For over 20 years, Greenstreets Environmental Resources Ltd has been a trusted partner to businesses across the #EU, UK and Canada, offering expert guidance on EPR compliance and empowering them to meet regulatory obligations for packaging while advancing innovative strategies for circularity and #sustainability transformations. #CircularEconomy #Compliance #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #SustainablePackaging #WasteManagement #Reduce #Reuse #Recycling

Last week, EU parliament finally approved the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (#PPWR). As part of the #EuropeanGreenDeal and driven by the ever-increasing amount of packaging waste in the EU, the #CircularEconomyActionPlan sets out key measures on the EU’s way towards a #CircularEconomy. #PPWR will be a key building block within this transition and its objective to make sustainable products the norm. Guido Kleve and myself took a closer look at the EU's vision for a greener packaging future in the current edition of The Legal Industry Reviews. Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/e6Kfdc2P

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is officially moving forward! 🏛️✅ Last week, the EU Parliament approved it, and now it’s up to the European Council on December 16th to give the final green light. 🎯 If approved, the first rules could take effect in just 18 months—much sooner than expected. ⏳ For me, this feels like a wake-up call. ⚠️ The industry will need to move quickly to adapt to these new standards, and businesses that aren’t prepared might face real challenges. But it’s also an opportunity to innovate, rethink, and lead. 🌱💡🚀 #Sustainability 🌍 #PPWR 📦 #EURegulations 🏛️ 

EU Packaging Regulation Adopted (PPWR)! 👏 ❗ Yesterday, the EU Energy Council approved the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), marking the final step in its adoption process. This follows the European Parliament's approval in November. Key points: 🧠 ◽ Implementation date: January 2025 ◽ Approval: 25 out of 27 EU member states voted in favour ◽ Abstentions: Austria and Malta, citing concerns over administrative burdens and implementation challenges ◽ Objective: Balancing environmental protection with business competitiveness ◽ Measures: Includes, but is not limited to packaging waste reduction targets, restrictions on certain single-use plastics, reuse and recycling targets, and design requirements for recyclability This regulation will significantly affect packaging practices across the EU. Companies should prepare for 💡: ◽ Changes in packaging design ◽ New waste management protocols ◽ Updated reporting requirements To learn more about how this legislation can affect your business, visit our dedicated PPWR page on the ReCoRe platform: https://lnkd.in/evWCZCdD How is your company preparing for these changes? Share your thoughts below. #PPWR #EU #legislation

📣 The European Parliament has officially approved the corrigendum text of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation #PPWR! The document will now proceed to the Council of the EU for final ratification and then be published in the EU Official Journal. ⚠️ What Does This Mean for Producers? The #PPWR is set to take effect in early 2025, with an 18-month transition period to allow businesses to adapt to its requirements. However, it’s important to note that certain provisions will have varying timelines and will become binding at later dates. 💡 Stay ahead of the curve! Producers covered under Extended Producer Responsibility (#EPR) obligations should start evaluating packaging processes, engaging with compliance experts, and exploring sustainable alternatives now. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalCompliance #PackagingInnovation #PPWR #Reduce #Reuse #Recycle

The European Commission is currently consulting on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to enhance environmental sustainability. This new legislation, aligned with the EU Green Deal and Circular Economy Action Plan, aims to replace the existing Ecodesign Directive. The regulation will broaden its scope beyond energy-related products to include all products in the EU market, prioritizing high-impact sectors like high impact intermediate products (such as steel, cement and chemicals). Manufacturers will face new requirements to reduce negative environmental impacts, building upon the successes of existing regulations in improving energy efficiency. #EU #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #sustainabilityinturkey

Today, the Council of the European Union has formally adopted the #EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (#PPWR), following the European Parliament’s validation at the end of November.   This is a significant milestone in the EU’s efforts to accelerate the transition towards a #CircularEconomy.   Yet, this is not the end of the process and the European Commission now needs to invest energy and resources in the next, even more crucial phase: developing the necessary implementation measures that enable the industry to prepare for compliance. To succeed, the industry needs sufficient preparation time and clear rules.   We are committed to working with policymakers to ensure the smooth and qualitative development of the secondary legislation necessary to the proper implementation of the text.   🔎 Discover more about our #CircularPackaging commitments 👉 https://lnkd.in/dV6QSeV5

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, The Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has recently released the “Reform of Packaging Regulation” Consultation Paper. This is a critical moment for Australian industry bodies and companies to have their voices heard on how packaging will be regulated to align with circular economy principles. The paper can be accessed at https://lnkd.in/gwe_MMmX and I encourage all stakeholders to take the time to review and make a submission. The public consultation period is open until 5:00pm (AEDT), Monday, 28 October 2024. This is the chance to shape a more sustainable future for packaging in Australia. #CircularEconomy, #Sustainability, #PackagingReform, #ClimateAction, #Sustainable-packaging, #Regulations, #Australia, Empauer

📢 POLICY UPDATE: Deposit Return Scheme (#DRS) Regulations approved by UK Parliament! We are pleased to share that, yesterday evening, the UK House of Commons passed the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) Regulations. This important legislation is set to be implemented in October 2027, marking a substantial advancement in the UK's commitment to environmental sustainability. ⚖️ The DRS aims to improve recycling rates and reduce litter by incentivising the return of single-use drink containers. This initiative is expected to: 📉 Decrease plastic pollution in natural environments 🔄 Promote a circular economy by keeping valuable materials in use 💼 Create approximately 21,000 jobs and stimulate £21 billion in economic investment We are dedicated to supporting businesses in adapting to these upcoming changes. Our expertise in environmental compliance and waste management solutions positions us to assist organisations in preparing for the DRS implementation. We will be updating our customers and providing guidance on how they can navigate this new piece of legislation. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch: https://okt.to/Nzibrj #DRS #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Valpak

🌍 Exciting Update in Environmental Legislation 🌍 The draft Environment Protection Rules, 2024, focusing on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging materials made from paper, glass, metal, and sanitary products, have been unveiled! 📝 Effective from 1st April 2026, this landmark regulation aims to revolutionize waste management practices by holding producers accountable for the lifecycle of their products. It’s a significant step towards fostering a circular economy and ensuring a sustainable future. At EPRBazaar.com, we’re committed to supporting businesses in meeting their EPR obligations seamlessly. From compliance strategies to sustainable packaging solutions, we’re here to help organizations transition into this new era of responsibility. Let’s work together to create a greener, cleaner planet! 🌱 Visit us at EPRBazaar.com to learn more. #Sustainability #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #EnvironmentProtection #CircularEconomy #EPRBazaar