European Commission – Environment

EU policies aim to protect the environment and biodiversity, minimize risks to human health, and promote the transition to a circular economy.

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The measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation will allow businesses to benefit from a more circular economy.

Under the new rules, businesses must prioritise keeping products in use by selling them or preparing them for reuse.

The new law will ensure that batteries are collected, reused and recycled in Europe and will support the shift to a circular economy.