Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, today we provide you with interesting information about the registration obligation in electromobility. Read now!
Dear Ladies & Gentlemen,
the mobility shift has gained momentum, especially during the Corona pandemic, both nationally and internationally. Currently, more electric vehicles are being built than the infrastructure can absorb. This puts pressure on politicians and legislators, who must suport and ensure the expansion of public and private charging options.
Of course, the recycling of individual products or components also plays a role. Who assumes the costs when a wallbox gets damaged or ceases to work properly and are these seen as B2B or B2C devices?
We answer all these questions in today's newsletter. In addition, we inform you about the regulation on single-use plastic in Italy and the new reporting portal of the Central Packaging Register Office.
What are the requirements for single-use plastic and disposable tableware in Italy?
As is the case in Germany, the Italian government has implemented the EU Single Use Plastic Directive in Italy. The sale of single-use plastic (offline and online) both will be banned from 3 July 2021.
Only in exceptional cases the sale of is biodegradable and compostable plastic is allowed, provided it is certified according to the European standard EN13432. This applies in case single-use alternatives are not available.
Charging Stations and wallboxes have to be registered nationally and internationally
Due to the steadily increasing number of e-vehicles, the demand for the corresponding infrastructure is rising as well. In addition to public charging station s for e-bikes and e-cars, this also includes private wallboxes, charging stations and charging cables. All these devices must be registered according to european WEEE regulations and laws. You will find all information in our Blog!
On 12 April 2021, the "Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister ZSVR (German Central Packaging Register) launched a new portal ("LUCID Authority Portal"). This is intended to ensure a faster and more focused exchange of information between the federal states and the open register. The enforcement authorities can actively retrieve and analyse data on the platform.
With these digitalisation efforts, a better identification of violations is possible. The ZSVR found and recorded around 6,000 violations since 2019. The number of actual violations is probably much higher. With the help of this new portal, the number of reports should increase. A violation of the provisions of the Packaging Act is considered an administrative offence and can be punished with a fine of up to €200,000. The sale of non-registered products is prohibited.
Recommendation: Avoid fines by checking whether you are obliged to register and license with the ZSVR!
We are looking forward to assist you with this examination.
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