The Empower Consumer Act (EmpCo): Stricter Rules for Sustainability Claims to Combat Greenwashing
Starting September 27, 2026, stricter rules for sustainability claims will apply in the Netherlands. Terms such as “sustainable,” “green,” and
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New: a free, AI-powered tool that summarizes your PPWR obligations
The new European Packaging Regulation (PPWR) raises the same two questions for nearly every company: Does this apply to me,
PPWR Deadlines: What Needs to Be Done by When?
The date you keep hearing is August 12, 2026. That makes sense, since the PPWR takes effect on that date.
What changes need to be made to your packaging? An overview of the PPWR requirements
Updated on August 19, 2026: the first PPWR requirements took effect on August 12, 2026; this article describes the situation
Are you a producer covered by the PPWR? Your role and obligations explained
The same packaging can mean a mountain of obligations for one company and almost nothing for another. The difference isn’t