Circular economy: EU moves forward with • Table.Briefings

Product design, repair, reuse – in its current action plan for the circular economy, the EU takes a look at all phases in the life cycle of a product. There will be stricter requirements for almost all products in the future. An overview of the legislative projects.

When the Battery Regulation comes into force in February 2024, the first part of the EU’s 2020 Circular Economy Action Plan will become law. The regulation is intended to set standards for a more sustainable design of batteries. It is also intended to boost material cycles and strengthen the European battery and recycling industry. The law covers the entire life cycle of a product for the first time.

Circular economy: EU moves forward with action plan

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