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Mar 2026
KIBAD: Shaping the Future of Batteries with AI and Data
On 31 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
At the beginning of March, an exciting new initiative was launched with the KIBAD project (AI-based Battery Data Analysis), actively supported by our sister company TechProtect GmbH. In collaboration with the Konstanz University of Applied Sciences, the project aims to elevate the use of battery data to a new level, with the goal of sustainably ...
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Mar 2026
Wearables in Focus: Packaging Requirements for Smartwatches & Smart Rings
On 23 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Wearables, i.e. wearable electronic devices such as smartwatches, smart rings, or fitness trackers – are currently among the most dynamic product categories on the market. Innovation cycles are short, market entries are rapid, and distribution is typically international. As a result, regulatory requirements are becoming increasingly complex. One ...
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Mar 2026
Meet us at the Stuttgart Sustainability Day 2026
On 18 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
On March 19, 2026, the 3rd Stuttgart Sustainability Day will take place at Fraunhofer IPA – a key platform for everyone driving sustainable industrial transformation. And we’ll be there! The event will focus on topics such as digital transparency and the Digital Product Passport, AI-driven sustainability solutions, energy and resource efficiency, ...
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Mar 2026
Circular Valley Convention 2026: Insights, Conversations and Key Takeaways
On 17 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
The Circular Valley Convention 2026 in Düsseldorf once again showed just how much the circular economy is gaining importance across industries. After two inspiring days, we are taking away valuable impressions, new perspectives and above all, a clear sense that circularity is no longer a niche topic. What stood out most to us was the diversity of ...
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Mar 2026
PPWR Readiness: Why “Waiting and Seeing” Is Becoming a Risk
On 16 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Most companies are now aware that the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is coming. What is often missing, however, is a clear understanding of what it will actually mean for their own organizations and when action will become necessary. That’s exactly where the risk lies: PPWR is not a distant regulatory project for the future. It ...
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Mar 2026
Meet us at the Circular Valley Convention 2026
On 09 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
On March 11–12, 2026, 1cc GmbH and our sister company TechProtect GmbH will be exhibiting at the Circular Valley Convention in Düsseldorf. The event brings together decision-makers from industry, science, politics and start-ups to explore practical solutions for a circular and sustainable economy. With its combination of conference sessions, an ...
05
Mar 2026
EPR & PPWR: How B2B Companies Operationally Implement Regulatory Requirements
On 05 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
In the previous article, we explained why packaging regulations and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are highly relevant for B2B companies—and why their importance will continue to grow with the introduction of the PPWR. The key question now is: How can these requirements be implemented efficiently, legally compliant, and in a future-proof ...
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Mar 2026
Raw Material Security in Times of Global Crises – Why the Circular Economy Is Becoming a Strategic Necessity
On 03 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
In a globalized world, raw materials are the lifeblood of industry, energy supply, and consumer society. Rare metals for batteries, fossil fuels, strategic minerals for high-tech products – modern economies depend heavily on stable supply chains. Yet recent geopolitical tensions clearly demonstrate how fragile this system is. A particularly ...
03
Mar 2026
Meet Us in March: Three Events, Countless Impulses
On 03 , Mar 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
March has just begun – and it is already shaping up to be an intensive month for us. Three events are ahead, all centered around sustainability, innovation, and future-oriented value creation. We are looking forward to inspiring conversations, new perspectives, and, above all, personal exchange. March 11–12 | Circular Valley Convention, Düsseldorf ...
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Feb 2026
Packaging Regulation & PPWR: Why B2B Companies Must Act Now
On 27 , Feb 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Packaging regulations are still widely perceived in many companies as a classic B2C issue. However, this rule-of-thumb is becoming increasingly inapplicable. Current legislative developments at both the national and European level – particularly with regard to the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) – make one thing clear: ...