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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Services at a glance

Last modified: 19.06.2026

Application for VERE membership Services for VERE members Information service free of charge about environment legislation and news updates Exclusive invitations to networking events with authorities, ministries, politicians, associations and media representatives Assistance against free riders and help against warnings from competitors Free initial consultation by top lawyers in case of problems with the environmental…

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2022 – The Future of Product Responsibility

Last modified: 19.06.2026

Dear VERE members, dear e-systems customers, eleven years ago, we met for the first time in Berlin to discuss the daily challenges of extended producer responsibility as a “trade barrier or solvable task” with representatives of business circles, public authorities and ministries. After the Corona pandemic, at the end of 2022, a year that will certainly remembered for the “EPR” topic, we are here again together with you in Berlin today,…

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Newsportal

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For older news, please go to our newsa rchive. Für ältere News wechseln Sie bitte ins Newsarchiv.

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Thank You

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Thank you very much for your registration. We will check your registration and send you a confirmation of participation. If you have any questions regarding your registration, accommodation or other organizational topics, please contact Silke Meyer at info@vereev.de or +49 40 750687-200.

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Directions

Last modified: 19.06.2026

Your way to VERE You want to talk to us personally? Then visit VERE at Schlossstr. 8 d-e, 22041 Hamburg. Feel free to make an appointment with us in advance: 040/750687–200 or info(at)vereev.de. Arrival by car If you are arriving by car, you can park conveniently in our underground parking garage. The entrance to this is in the Bärenallee, directly next to the Cardiologicum. The best way to reach the Bärenallee is via Claudiusstraße,…

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#LithiumUnites: Avoid Fire Risks - Dispose of Old Devices Safely

Last modified: 19.06.2026

Who We Are In the VERE e.V., an Association for the take-back and recycling of old electrical and electronic equipment, over 4,000 producers and retailers of electrical appliances are organised. Board members Oliver Friedrichs, Hjalmar Vierle and Martin Büscher, as well as the association's dedicated employees, have launched the #LithiumUnites initiative. …

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VERE Dynamics

Last modified: 19.06.2026

Always remain informed about the challenges with environmental legislation and product responsibility Subscribe to our newsletter for free Your interest group as a seller or producers of non-food products To ensure that you are prepared in time for legal changes or to enjoy a free initial consultation with specialist lawyers as a result of difficult questions, we recommend our association VERE as your personal point of contact for your…

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Free admission to the VERE podium event in Hamburg

Date: 08.06.2026

How can SMEs remain competitive amid changing regulations and growing global competition? At the upcoming VERE podium event on 9 September at the Mövenpick Hotel Hamburg, VERE members will engage directly with representatives responsible for regulation and market surveillance to discuss the challenges facing the industry and explore practical solutions. Our panellists are Dr Justine Karoline Hafner (Federal Ministry for the Environment),…

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Exceptions to the removability and replaceability of batteries

Date: 08.06.2026

In principle, portable batteries integrated into products should be removable and replaceable by the end user. For safety reasons, however, some products are exempt from this requirement; in these cases, the batteries can instead be removed and replaced by independent specialists. An EU initiative is currently underway to clarify which products or product categories qualify for this exemption. According to the EU Battery Regulation, portable…

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Authorised representative at risk? First reading on 5 October

Date: 08.06.2026

Will the obligation to appoint an authorised representative be temporarily suspended? The decisive EU Parliament reading is scheduled for 5 October 2026. VERE warns that it could create risks for its members and weaken enforcement efforts. On 5 October 2026, the European Parliament will hold its first reading on a proposal to temporarily suspend the obligation to appoint an authorised representative. The European Commission’s initiative from…

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