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The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation: when will it come into effect and what does it cover?

06 Apr 2026
Packaging uses large quantities of primary raw materials. Increasing quantities of packaging are generated in the EU while the levels of re-use, collection and recycling remain low.
See what the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation covers and aims to achieve.
Petition advocating for only EU-origin recycled plastics to count towards recycled content targets

06 Apr 2026
This petition calls for a change to the current EU policy which allows imported plastic waste to count toward European recycling targets, creating a gap between reported progress and real circularity.
Is this how you feel? Then sign the petition!
European Sustainable Phosphorus Conference: call for abstracts

04 Apr 2026
The European Sustainable Phosphorus Conference is the world’s leading sustainable phosphorus event. It takes place every two to three years and the sixth conference will be on 24-26 November.
They're calling for abstracts, deadline: 30 April!
If you're aged 15 to 29, the Commission would like to hear what you think about the CEA!

31 Mar 2026
The Commission is asking young people for their views on the coming Circular Economy Act.
It's set to be adopted later this year, and aims to keep products and materials in use for as long as possible. This will reduce waste, resource consumption and our dependence on third countries.
There are three ways to engage: read all about them!





