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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 ...
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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 ...
03
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: ...
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Feb 2026
Battery Take-Back & Battery Registration: These Obligations Affect Mobility Companies
On 10 , Feb 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Battery obligations are not optional – they are a legal requirement Battery obligations are not a voluntary choice, but a legal requirement. As soon as a company places batteries or battery-powered products on the market, clear statutory obligations apply – regardless of the company’s size. For the mobility sector, this means: Anyone who operates ...
06
Feb 2026
Mobility Is Going Electric – But What Happens to the Batteries?
On 06 , Feb 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Electromobility as a Success Story – With Blind Spots Whether e-bikes, e-scooters, sharing fleets, or electronic accessories such as navigation devices and trackers: today’s mobility industry is unimaginable without batteries. They enable companies to offer new services and open up new markets. What is often underestimated, however, is that ...
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Jan 2026
Circular Economy Act (CEA): What Companies Need to Know Now
On 28 , Jan 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
In August 2025, the European Commission launched a public consultation on the planned Circular Economy Act (CEA). Stakeholders and the general public had until early November 2025 to submit their comments and contributions on this key initiative of EU circular economy policy. The CEA is expected to be presented by the European Commission as a ...
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Jan 2026
WEF Davos – From Global Dialogue to Business Impact
On 26 , Jan 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
Our CEO attended the World Economic Forum in Davos this year and returned with valuable insights and key takeaways from the discussions and conversations. The World Economic Forum in Davos once again proved to be far more than a place for debate. It is where global challenges around technology, sustainability, and regulation are translated into ...
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Jan 2026
2026: Securing Critical Raw Materials from Circular Systems – From Idea to Strategy
On 13 , Jan 2026 | In | By Alisa Maier
For many companies, 2026 will be defined by strategic development. Volatile supply chains, rising costs, and increasing regulatory requirements make one thing clear: managing critical raw materials is no longer merely an operational issue — it is a core element of corporate strategy. A key lever is often closer than expected: existing circular ...