The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation takes effect Aug. 12, 2026, establishing a uniform framework covering recyclability, labeling, and extended producer responsibility for all companies placing packaging on the EU market, including non-EU businesses.
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In this episode of Greenberg Traurig’s E2 Energy Law Podcast Energy Horizon series, host Nikki Wise is joined by colleague Bill Garner, co-chair of the firm’s global Energy Practice
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In December 2024, the European Union adopted the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (EU) 2025/40 (PPWR), which replaces the former Packaging Directive (94/62/EC). The regulation took effect 11 February 2025 and will apply after an 18-month transition period, beginning 12 August 2026.
On 12 November 2024, the Court of Appeal in The Hague handed down its ruling in the appeal proceedings between Shell plc and Milieudefensie, a non-governmental organization. Shell appealed a
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On Nov. 10, 2023, the European Commission authorized a State aid scheme presented by Italy, earmarking EUR 1.7 billion to bolster agrivoltaic plants.
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On 12 April, the European Supervisory Authorities (ESMA, EBA, and EIOPA1) published a Consultation Paper proposing amendments to the European Commission’s Regulatory Technical Standards that implement Europe’s comparatively
Continue Reading SFDR Update: European Regulators Issue New Consultation & European Commission Provides New Guidance
Zero-emission bus (ZEB) technology has reached a stage where the whole-life cost of a ZEB fleet is broadly similar to that of an equivalent internal combustion engine (ICE) bus fleet.
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Environmental risks are often difficult to quantify and liabilities can be substantial. In addition, there is the risk of regulatory action in the event of a violation of environmental law.
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April 2021 saw two major developments in climate change legislation in the EU and in Germany. These developments confirm that the goal of fulfilling the Paris Agreement and achieving climate
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On March 10, 2021, “Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 of the European Parliament and of the Council of November 27, 2019 on sustainability‐related disclosures in the financial services sector” (as amended
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