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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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Will the EU impose a levy on electrical appliances for retailers and producers?

The European Commission plans to introduce a levy on uncollected waste electrical and electronic equipment to promote recycling. However, the European Court of Auditors has criticised the lack of reliable data used to calculate the corresponding proposal. Waste electrical and electronic equipment is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in Europe. In 2021, 8.4 million tonnes were generated, but only around 40 per cent is currently recycled;…

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Recycling targets under the EU Packaging Regulation: Study identifies major hurdles for plastic packaging producers

A study commissioned by BKV GmbH questions the feasibility of the reusable targets set out in the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) for numerous types of plastic packaging. A lack of data, economic uncertainties and technical hurdles could make implementation significantly more difficult for producers. A recent study finds that many plastic packaging products will face challenges meeting the EU reuse targets established by the PPWR. Alas, the…

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Reform of producer responsibility in the EU: call for split EPR fees

Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) criticises the fact that repair and reuse measures are mostly financed by public funds. According to the polluter-pays principle, producers should be asked to contribute more. As part of European circular economy policy, a reform of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems is currently under consideration. For producers and businesses in the EU, potential changes could have significant implications for cost…

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No ban on disposable vapes – but stricter flavouring rules create uncertainty

Producers are currently facing ongoing regulatory uncertainty. Whilst the sale of disposable vapes remains permitted in Germany for the time being, certain flavourings could soon be phased out. At the same time, a general ban continues to be debated politically and is a key concern for environmental and health organisations. Over the course of last year, a possible ban on disposable vapes and e-cigarettes was discussed time and again, in some…

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Recycling-friendly packaging: Producers seen responsible for meeting recycling goals

Despite high recycling rates, the German recycling system still has room for improvement. To improve these rates, producers are expected to make a significant contribution in future through sustainable and recycling-friendly packaging design. Producer responsibility for packaging is increasingly at the centre of public and regulatory debate in Germany and the EU. The Federal Environment Agency (UBA) and the Central Agency for Packaging Registers…

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LithiumUnites for Global Recycling Day

Producers and sellers are invited to request a free aid package containing instructions and materials for the safe disposal of batteries, especially for German consumers. The EAR Foundation (German WEEE and battery registration board) invites German sellers and producers of electrical appliances to take part in the nationwide campaign weeks "Every plug counts! Germany collects e-waste". These will take place around Global Recycling Day on 18…

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First-hand insider information

On the one hand, the EU Commission is passing complex legislation that places unprecedented demands on the safety and sustainability of products and requires companies to behave with integrity in many respects. On the other hand, it has set itself the task of reducing the administrative burden on SMEs by 35% by 2029, thus following a "compass for competitiveness". All this is happening at a time when marketplaces from third countries are making…

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Liability and provisions for packaging

With regard to the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR), the German Foundation Central Agency Packaging Register (ZSVR) is issuing an urgent warning about considerable legal uncertainty – with potentially far-reaching consequences for sellers, producers and the entire waste disposal system. The trigger is, in particular, the new, Europe-wide uniform definition of “producer”, which will take effect on 12 August 2026 and fundamentally alters the…

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Lost your battery registration?

If you lost your battery registration in Germany on 16 January 2025 but still need it, you can apply for a new registration at short notice. Until 11:59 p.m. on 15 January 2026, all battery producers registered with the EAR foundation (German WEEE and battery registration board) were required to participate in a so-called producer responsibility organisation (PRO / OfH) for the batteries they placed on the market. This obligation applies to…

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Check producer registration correctly

When selling electrical appliances, rechargeable batteries and batteries in Germany, there are legal producer registration requirements that finance the disposal of old appliances and batteries. Unregistered products may not be offered or sold. Sellers must check that the product is properly registered before selling it. This obligation is part of the responsibility to offer only legally compliant products and is one of the central inspection…

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