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Today's topics at a glance
UK: No enforcement for EPR data reporting non-compliance until May 2024
EPR Packaging in Finland: Complying with New Regulations
Prevention Plans in France: Deadline for Submission to Citeo Approaching
Austria to Introduce Deposit System for Single-Use Beverage Packaging from 2025
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UK: No enforcement for EPR data reporting non-compliance until May 2024
The UK government has recently made an important announcement regarding deadlines for submitting reports on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging. Originally, large producers were required to submit two separate reports on their packaging use or production by October 1, 2023, and April 1, 2024, as stipulated in the Packaging Waste Regulations.
The Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) Announcement
According to a Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) released by the government in early September, the environmental authority will not pursue violations of these deadlines. Instead, manufacturers are now required to submit both reports separately by no later than May 31, 2024, or face sanctions.
Instead, manufacturers are now required to submit both reports separately by no later than May 31, 2024, or face sanctions.
While violations of these new deadlines will not be penalized for the time being, manufacturers should make their best efforts to meet the original deadlines, as they are still legally mandated.
Get prepared: only twelve months left
The current developments in EPR data reporting require a careful review of your obligations. If you are unsure or need assistance in compliance, our experts are available to guide you through this process and ensure that your company meets the requirements.
Click the button below now to submit a free inquiry and receive support.
EPR Packaging in Finland: Complying with New Regulations
Finland’s packaging laws hold companies responsible for their packaging’s life cycle through Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Companies introducing packaging to the Finnish market must now collect, dispose of, and recycle it at the end of its life cycle.
The aim of Finland’s packaging EPR is to reduce packaging waste and encourage higher recycled content in packaging. Starting in 2024, new packaging regulations will take effect in Finland and businesses should start preparing accordingly.
This blog post provides insights into the latest developments in EPR packaging regulations in Finland. We’ll outline essential aspects of the packaging EPR regulations and how Deutsche Recycling GmbH can assist your compliance.
Prevention Plans in France: Deadline for Submission to Citeo Approaching
In accordance with Article 72 of the AGEC Law, manufacturers in France are required to establish a five-year plan for environmental impact reduction and ecological design. This plan aims to:
Reduce the use of non-renewable resources
Increase the use of recycled materials
Enhance the recyclability of products within French processing facilities
Due to the complex requirements for these prevention plans, the Citeo collection system (packaging) has extended the original submission deadline, which was initially set for July 31, 2023.
The deadline for submitting prevention plans is October 15, 2023
This extension of the submission deadline provides your company with additional time to meet the complex requirements of the prevention plans. However, the deadline is approaching: You have until October 15, 2023, to submit your prevention plan.
If you are uncertain about the obligations facing your company or need assistance in developing prevention plans, our experts are ready to assist you. Together, we can ensure that your company takes the necessary steps to meet the requirements.
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Austria to Introduce Deposit System for Single-Use Beverage Packaging from 2025
Starting in January 2025, Austria will implement a deposit system for single-use beverage packaging made of plastic and metal. The central entity, "EWP Recycling Pfand Austria GmbH," disclosed all the details in a press release on September 25, 2023. Here are the key points:
Deposit Regulation: Goals and Measures
This regulation promotes a more sustainable consumption culture. Its objectives include establishing single-use beverage packaging as valuable resources for reuse and setting the following goals:
Increase recycling rates to 90% by 2027
Reduce the volume of waste by minimizing single-use beverage packaging
Enhance environmental compatibility and conserve resources
From 2025: What's Changing?
The regulation applies to almost all beverages, except milk and milk-based mix drinks, in packaging ranging from 0.1 to 3 liters. The deposit is a uniform 25 cents, regardless of the material or size. A standardized symbol marks containers subject to a deposit.
Affected Stakeholders
First Placers: Manufacturers, importers, and sellers of single-use beverage packaging made of plastic and metal
Final Distributors: Companies selling such packaging to consumers
Collection Points: Companies that accept empty containers
Responsibilities of the Involved Parties
The responsibilities are diverse. First Placers must collect the deposit, final distribution points must accept empty containers. The costs of the collection points are covered by a per-piece fee.
In the table below, we have summarized all the obligations of the affected stakeholders for you:
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