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🔍 The Headlines in Focus
🛑 EU Tightens Pollution Targets
The EU’s 2030 zero-pollution targets demand stricter emissions controls, waste reduction, and cleaner production. Reports highlight progress in reducing air pollution but stress ongoing challenges like microplastics, industrial waste, and ammonia emissions. New regulations, including updates to the Industrial Emissions Directive, will require manufacturers to adopt cleaner technologies.
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📢 EU Consultation on Taxonomy Reporting – Have Your Say
The European Commission is seeking feedback on amendments to the Taxonomy Delegated Acts, aiming to simplify sustainability reporting. Proposed changes include streamlined disclosure templates, financial materiality thresholds, and revised compliance rules for chemical use. Manufacturers have until 26 March 2025 to submit their input.
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⚠️ Canada’s PFAS Report Signals Tougher Regulations
Canada’s latest PFAS report highlights widespread contamination in drinking water and ecosystems, reinforcing concerns about health risks. Future regulations could move towards a class-based ban, impacting industries using these persistent chemicals. More regulatory action is expected later in 2025.
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🔋 New EU Waste Rules Shake Up Battery Recycling
The EU has updated the European List of Waste, reclassifying battery-related waste as hazardous. New waste codes for lithium, nickel, and sodium-based batteries take effect in September 2026, requiring recyclers and manufacturers to enhance traceability and compliance.
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🧴 ECHA Seeks Input on Three Potentially Hazardous Chemicals
ECHA has launched consultations on identifying decamethyltetrasiloxane, heptamethyltrisiloxane, and Reactive Brown 51 as Substances of Very High Concern. If classified, these chemicals—commonly found in cosmetics and textiles—could face future restrictions. Stakeholders have until 14 April 2025 to submit feedback.
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