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9. Podium Event on 9.9.2026 in Hamburg at the Mövenpick Hotel

Increasing compliance requirements in times of protectionism and stagnant growth. Will this turn out well for European SMEs?

In our panel discussion, we will connect the topics of Extended Producer Responsibility and Product Responsibility with the current political and economic situation and examine the challenges for companies from different perspectives. Free of charge for VERE members!

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Discount on workshops on the Packaging Regulation

Four monthly online workshops will prepare you step by step for the new Packaging Regulation. You may attend all sessions or simply pick and choose the event most relevant to your company’s needs. Attention VERE members: you get an exclusive 25-euro discount on every (!) event in the workshop series. This in itself makes VERE membership well worth it.
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SME Survey on the Circular Economy Act

VERE e.V. participated in the European Commission’s SME Panel survey on the Circular Economy Act. VERE prioritises harmonisation, simplification, digitalisation, and expanding Extended Producer Responsibility systems and has clearly stated its position on these matters.
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European Network of Packaging Registers launched

One of the EUNR’s goals is to create a level playing field for all obligated companies in Europe. By curbing free-riding behaviour and consistently enforcing the EU Packaging Regulation across Europe, fair competition is to be ensured.
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German Federal Council defends Authorised Representative

The European Commission plans to suspend the obligation to appoint an Authorised Representative under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – including for packaging, electrical and electronic equipment, and single-use plastics – until 1 January 2035. Nevertheless, the Environment Committee of the Bundesrat (German Federal Council) firmly opposes this suggestion and supports keeping the current regulation at the EU level.
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Öko-Institut researching battery deposits?

VERE e.V. has taken note of ongoing discussions regarding battery deposits, maintaining its position of opposing such a system and continuing to monitor relevant developments closely.
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Industry associations call for a course correction on Packaging Regulations

German industry and waste management associations criticise rising bureaucracy and impractical requirements in packaging law. They are calling for a stronger focus on consumer packaging, greater planning certainty, and regulatory relief for industrial cycles. In the meantime, producers and retailers are warned of additional obligations.
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WEEE collection rates are unattainable

The collection rate targets set by Directive 2012/19/EU are unrealistic and unsuitable for practical application. Collection volumes and rates between member states are hardly comparable and do not allow for reliable assessments of the actual performance of the circular economy.
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German Packing Law: Prevention organisation successfully blocked!

The draft bill for the German Packaging Act Implementation Act (VerpackDG) had proposed the instalment of a central prevention organisation, which was ultimately rejected following widespread criticism. VERE also successfully lodged a protest against such an organisation, as it would have likely resulted in incurred additional costs and significant bureaucratic effort for SMEs.
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The Packaging Law Implementation Act: Background, Consequences, Criticism

The new German Packaging Law Implementation Act focuses on increased recycling, reusable packaging and funding for waste prevention. Political and civil society stakeholders are calling for further, stricter measures, but various companies fear this will lead to higher costs, more bureaucracy and planning uncertainty. VERE advocates for more practical solutions and reduced burdens.
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Suspension with side effects – No fair competition without authorised representatives

Proposals from the European Commission envisage suspending authorised representatives to reduce bureaucracy and strengthen competitiveness. Initially, this may seem like a sensible proposal, but it ultimately paves the way for unlawful competition from third countries. VERE e.V. is strongly committed to keeping authorised representatives as gatekeepers for effective enforcement and has submitted a comprehensive statement to prevent the suspension of authorised representatives.
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