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Aug 2025
The EU Energy Label for Smartphones and Tablets Replaces the French Repair Index
On 13 , Aug 2025 | In | By Tatjana Möllmann
From 20 June 2025, smartphones and tablets sold in the EU must bear a new EU energy label. This label provides information on the energy efficiency, battery life, robustness, and reparability of the device. This measure is intended to help consumers make better and more sustainable purchasing decisions. In France, a repair index has been in place ...
08
Aug 2025
Parental control: EU Member States introduce measures to protect minors in digital environments
On 08 , Aug 2025 | In | By Tatjana Möllmann
Since 13 July 2024, all internet-connected devices sold in France must be able to offer parental control functionality. This obligation was established by Studer´s Law in 2022. To better protect minors under the age of 16 on the internet, the law requires manufacturers of connected devices (smartphones, tablets, etc.) to install parental control ...
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Jul 2025
Stricter EU Controls on PFOS: Are You Ready for the New POPs Regulation?
On 17 , Jul 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran
On 27 June 2025, the European Commission took another decisive step in the fight against harmful chemicals by adopting Regulation (EU) 2025/718, which significantly tightens restrictions on perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) under the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation. This latest amendment reflects not just a policy update—it’s a ...
09
Jul 2025
New Studies on Copyright Levies – in Europe and worldwide
On 09 , Jul 2025 | In | By Wolfram Kühn
For a long time, the key players in the field of copyright levies – industry, associations, and collecting societies – remained relatively quiet in the public debate. Negotiations were held, legislative initiatives pursued, and court rulings monitored. However, individual companies received little support, and there was a lack of overview and ...
02
Jul 2025
ECHA Expands SVHC List: What Every Business Needs to Know Now
On 02 , Jul 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran
Regulatory Update: Act Now to Stay Compliant On 25 June 2025, ECHA added three new substances to the REACH Candidate List, raising the total number of entries to 250 SVHCs. This update directly impacts manufacturers, importers, and suppliers—especially those in cosmetics, automotive, and textiles. Staying ahead of these changes is critical for ...
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Jun 2025
Mastering PFAS Compliance – From Awareness to Action
On 16 , Jun 2025 | In | By Monika Srubarova
As PFAS regulations tighten around the globe, companies across sectors are realizing that compliance with these so-called “forever chemicals” is no longer just a regulatory concern - it's essential for maintaining market access and meeting customer requirements. Why is pfas compliance so difficult right now? Many of our customers currently face ...
12
Jun 2025
1cc Monitoring Services: Are you aware of your legal obligations?
On 12 , Jun 2025 | In | By Ute Binder
Even though some EU environmental legislation gives the impression that everything will now be simpler, appearances can be deceiving: for example, the EU has enacted its latest laws on batteries and packaging as regulations that apply directly in all EU member states. However, this has not made it any easier for the economic operators concerned to ...
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May 2025
Italy: Extended Producer Responsibility for Textiles
On 15 , May 2025 | In | By Ute Binder
From 1 January 2025, textiles must be collected separately from household waste in all EU countries. At least, that is what the European Waste Framework Directive stipulates. A few EU countries are already one step ahead and have introduced extended producer responsibility (EPR) for textiles, including France and the Netherlands. Now Italy is ...
13
May 2025
Conflict Minerals: New Version of EMRT and CMRT Reporting Templates available
On 13 , May 2025 | In | By Monika Srubarova
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has released updated versions of two key reporting templates used for responsible sourcing and supply chain due diligence: the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) version 6.5 and the Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT) version 2.0. These updates are important for companies working to meet ...
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May 2025
EU "Stop-the-Clock" Directive Postpones Key Sustainability Deadlines: What Your Business Needs to Know
On 12 , May 2025 | In | By Diana Lippert
In a significant development for companies operating under EU regulations, the European Commission and Parliament have moved to ease the pressure of upcoming sustainability compliance deadlines. On 26 February 2025, the Commission released a set of proposals—collectively called the Omnibus Package — aimed at reducing the administrative burden on ...