Construction Products

Netherlands Launches MKI Committees to Set Maximum Values for Asphalt and Concrete

The Netherlands has created two independent MKI committees, led by CROW for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, to define maximum environmental cost (MKI) values for asphalt and concrete that will underpin mandatory sustainability requirements in GWW public works procurement from 2027. This signals a move from voluntary MKI use to hard procurement thresholds, so infrastructure clients and material suppliers should prepare for tighter environmental performance criteria in Dutch tenders and contracts.

10 Apr 2026, 13:34pianoo.nlNetherlands

Taiwan MoENV “Circular City” Exhibition Highlights Planned Resource Circulation Promotion Act Amendments

In April 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment launched the “Circular City” installation and related exhibitions to promote reuse of construction and industrial materials and to highlight planned amendments to the Resource Circulation Promotion Act. The initiative signals that future public works procurement in Taiwan may be required to use a defined share of recycled building materials, creating demand for circular construction supply chains and expanding markets for high-quality recycled aggregates.

10 Apr 2026, 11:13enews.moenv.gov.twTaiwan

Oregon Enacts SB 1551 on Fire-Hardened Residential Building Materials

Oregon has enacted SB 1551, overriding homeowners' association (HOA) rules and deed restrictions that prohibit the installation of fire-hardened building materials. This legislation streamlines the adoption of wildfire-resistant construction products by removing aesthetic and procedural barriers for residential property owners.

9 Apr 2026, 14:17olis.oregonlegislature.govUnited States

Dutch Government Extends Temporary Steel Slag Ban/Permit Regime to January 2027

The Netherlands has extended its temporary ban and permit regime for new steel slag applications until January 2027 to allow for further environmental and health risk research. Operators should prepare for continued market access hurdles and the likely transition of these national precautionary measures into a formal EU REACH restriction dossier.

6 Apr 2026, 16:43tweedekamer.nlNetherlands

Netherlands: State Secretary Confirms Temporary Ban and Permit Regime for LD and ELO Steel Slag in Soil

The Netherlands has enforced a temporary ban and strict permit regime for LD and ELO steel slag in soil applications, effective through July 2026. Companies using these materials in infrastructure must navigate heightened permitting requirements and prepare for a more restrictive permanent successor regime following environmental safety findings.

4 Apr 2026, 11:51zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

New York Proposes Dark Skies Protection Act Regulating Outdoor Night Lighting

New York has introduced the Dark Skies Protection Act, proposing mandatory shielding and operational curfews for outdoor lighting on residential, commercial, and industrial properties starting January 2028. Manufacturers and property operators should prepare for new equipment design standards and potential retrofitting requirements to ensure compliance with statewide light pollution controls.

3 Apr 2026, 18:26assembly.state.ny.usUnited States

Netherlands Updates KCI Roadmaps and Cooperation Agreements for Climate-Neutral and Circular Infrastructure

Dutch authorities have updated the KCI roadmaps and cooperation agreements to mandate climate-neutral and circular requirements across all public infrastructure procurement by 2030. Businesses must prepare for standardized green tender criteria, including mandatory life-cycle assessments (MKI) and strict material reuse targets for asphalt, concrete, and steel.

3 Apr 2026, 09:56duurzame-infra.nlNetherlands

Poland Public Health Institute Issues Expert Opinion on Ultra-Processed Food and Launches Online Hygienic Attestation Portal

Poland has issued a formal expert opinion on ultra-processed food risks and launched a digital portal for mandatory hygienic certifications. These moves signal a shift toward stricter food classification and modernize the administrative process for product safety and conformity testing.

2 Apr 2026, 07:56pzh.gov.plPoland

UK Government Publishes Sector-Specific Guidance on UKCA and CE Product Marking

The UK government has issued consolidated guidance confirming the continued recognition of CE marking alongside UKCA for most product sectors in Great Britain. This provides regulatory stability for manufacturers, allowing for flexible market access while highlighting specific transition timelines for medical devices and construction products.

1 Apr 2026, 19:36gov.ukUnited KingdomEuropean Union

European Parliament Questions Implementation of Construction Products Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 and Delays in European Assessment Documents (E-001171/2026)

The European Parliament has formally challenged the Commission over implementation delays for the new Construction Products Regulation (EU) 2024/3110, specifically regarding missing technical assessment documents. This regulatory bottleneck threatens market access for innovative products and may stall infrastructure projects until sustainability and digital reporting frameworks are fully operational.

1 Apr 2026, 14:41europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

US District Court Upholds D.C. Clean Buildings Gas Appliance Ban Against EPCA Challenge

A US District Court has upheld Washington D.C.’s net-zero building mandate, confirming the District’s authority to effectively ban gas appliances in new construction and major renovations by 2027. This decision creates a critical legal precedent for local electrification policies, requiring developers and appliance manufacturers to accelerate the transition to all-electric building systems in the D.C. market.

1 Apr 2026, 14:33govinfo.govUnited States

EU Council Working Party To Examine Industrial Accelerator Act Proposal

The EU has proposed the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) to fast-track industrial decarbonization and manufacturing capacity, with Council negotiations beginning in April 2026. Businesses should prepare for streamlined permitting for "strategic projects" and new "Made in EU" requirements for low-carbon materials like steel, cement, and chemicals in public procurement and lead markets.

29 Mar 2026, 19:03data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

France Adopts Decree 2025-1343 Modifying Deadlines for Tertiary Building Automation and Heating System Obligations

France has revised the implementation timeline for building automation, temperature regulation, and pipe insulation obligations via Decree No. 2025-1343. Asset managers and developers must adjust compliance roadmaps to meet new 2026, 2027, and 2030 milestones, noting both extended deadlines for existing buildings and specific accelerated requirements.

29 Mar 2026, 17:47legifrance.gouv.frFrance

OPSS Publishes Areas Of Research Interest For UK Product Safety

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has published its strategic research priorities to strengthen the national product safety framework. Businesses should anticipate future regulatory shifts in chemical risk assessment, battery safety, and online marketplace oversight as this evidence base matures.

29 Mar 2026, 17:05gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Norway Opens Shortened Consultation on EU Industrial Accelerator Act Proposal

Norway has launched a consultation on the EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act to fast-track industrial capacity and decarbonization in strategic sectors. This signals rapid EEA alignment with the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal, impacting regulatory frameworks for net-zero technologies and construction products.

29 Mar 2026, 06:13regjeringen.noEuropean UnionEuropean Economic AreaNorway

Netherlands Parliament Motion Requests National Guidance for PUR Oversight

The Dutch Parliament is considering a motion to establish national guidance for uniform PUR oversight and enforcement across municipalities. This signals a shift toward risk-based supervision and potential administrative relief, aiming to harmonize compliance expectations for the construction and insulation sectors.

28 Mar 2026, 20:36zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

Slovenia Consults on Draft Law Establishing Internal Market Emergency Measures and Critical Product Procedures

Slovenia has launched a consultation on a draft law to implement the EU Internal Market Emergency and Resilience Framework, establishing national procedures for supply chain monitoring and emergency product derogations. Manufacturers of critical goods should prepare for potential fast-track conformity assessments and temporary market access rules during EU-declared emergencies, alongside stricter enforcement for non-compliance.

28 Mar 2026, 20:33e-uprava.gov.siSlovenia

Netherlands Scientific Climate Council Calls For Stronger Circular Economy Policy And Product-Group Targets

The Dutch Scientific Climate Council (WKR) has recommended mandatory circularity targets for high-impact product groups and financial support for circular plastics. This signals a shift toward sector-specific material-use regulations, requiring manufacturers to pivot from general recycling toward integrated circular design and demand-reduction strategies.

28 Mar 2026, 20:27vnci.nlNetherlands

Denmark: North Jutland Opens Consultation on Revision of Raw Materials Plan

Region Nordjylland is consulting through May 2026 on whether to update its Raw Materials Plan or maintain the current framework until 2032. The decision will redefine extraction zones and resource availability for essential industrial minerals, impacting long-term supply chain planning and land-use strategies for the construction sector.

28 Mar 2026, 18:34rn.dkDenmark

European Commission Staff Working Document on Whole‑Life Carbon in Buildings

The European Commission has outlined the transition to mandatory whole-life carbon reporting for buildings, requiring national roadmaps by 2027 and full reporting for new builds by 2030. This shift necessitates that construction and equipment manufacturers prioritize digital product passports and harmonized carbon data to maintain market access and support building-level sustainability compliance.

27 Mar 2026, 20:42data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union