After the recent unrest of European farmers, who have occupied roads and squares across Europe with their tractors, a new “stress test” is on the horizon for the agri-food sector. The Council and the European Parliament have provisionally agreed to revamp legislation consumer information requirements for honey, fruit jams, fruit juices, and dehydrated milk. This […]
The European Union (EU) has made significant strides in advancing wind energy, a key component in its renewable energy strategy. This progress was highlighted at the recent Energy Council in Brussels, where two major developments took place: the signing of the European Wind Charter and the submission of wind deployment pledges by 21 Member States. […]
Revolution in Online Commerce: EU’s new liability laws make online sellers and importers accountable for their products. EU Council and European Parliament reached an agreement on a Commission’s proposal ffor a Directive on liability for defective products. The EU’s product liability regime is established to compensate individuals for physical injuries or property damages resulting from defective […]
The introduction of a Digital Passport for all construction materials as part of the EU’s new Construction Products Regulation (CPR) certainly reflects the European Union’s commitment to advancing its green and digital agendas. This initiative aligns with the EU’s broader goals of promoting sustainability, enhancing efficiency in the building sector, and ensuring the free movement […]
In a decision that will shape the landscape of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) in Europe and beyond, the EU Council and the European Parliament have reached an agreement on the pioneering EU Artificial Intelligence Act. This historic accord, pending ratification, positions the EU as a trailblazer in establishing comprehensive rules aimed at protecting consumers in the […]
The European Union will implement this prohibition as part of its comprehensive environmental and sustainability initiatives. This will be enacted through the Ecodesign Regulation, which aims to enhance the circularity, energy efficiency, and overall environmental sustainability of products in the EU. by Adam Frey 7 December 2023 Since its inception, the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC has […]
New move by the European Commission to reduce CO2: new ecodesign and energy labelling rules for household tumble dryers. 60 million devices in Europe to be replaced? By eEuropa Brussels, 27 November 2023 The European Commission decided by a Regu;ation a new ecodesign aimed at transforming the household tumble dryer market. Effective from 1 […]
In a landmark decision, the European Union has taken a decisive step forward in digital security by establishing the European Cybersecurity Center. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant upgrade to the existing legal framework, particularly in modernizing the role and scope of CERT-EU (Cybersecurity Emergency Response Team – European Union). The Center’s creation comes in […]
The European Parliament today adopted a new European Regulation aimed at addressing the growing problem of packaging waste across Europe. The position voted on today sets ambitious targets for reducing packaging waste, including specific goals to reduce plastic packaging by 20% by 2040, but softens the rules to exclude some lightweight packaging from bans. The […]
On Tuesday, 21 November, the European Parliament overwhelmingly voted in favor of an enhanced ‘right to repair’ legislation, establishing its stance ahead of discussions with the Council, which represents the 27 EU member states. By eEurope Strasbourg, 22 November 2023 Imagine a world where your favorite headphones, your kitchen mixer, or that dependable laptop can […]
