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Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) and MEErP (GEN – 1248.00)
04 June 2021
3 min read
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Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) and MEErP (GEN – 1248.00)
04 June 2021
3 min read
The European Commission DG Environment proposed the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) and Organisation Environmental Footprint (OEF) methods as a way of measuring environmental performance. The initial ideas were developed in the 2010s, under the 2020 Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) and the current consultation on the Sustainable Products Initiative (SPI). It looks like PEF may possibly fit in future legislation.
07 January 2026
The European Commission has published their final communication on the European Affordable Housing Plan.
1 min read
06 January 2026
The European Commission has unveiled a first set of pilot actions to accelerate Europe’s transition to a circular economy, with a particular focus on the plastics sector.
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17 December 2025
The European Commission recently opened the 4-week feedback period on the draft Decision to exempt pallet wrappings or straps from the 100% reuse requirements established in Article 29(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU) 2025/40.
1 min read
03 November 2025
The European Commission unveiled its 2026 work programme, which outlines a series of actions to help build a more sovereign and independent Europe.
2 min read
03 November 2025
The European Commission steps up efforts to lower energy prices with a set of actions to bring relief to industries and consumers.
2 min read
30 October 2025
The European Commission has presented a proposal to protect the EU steel sector from the unfair impacts of global overcapacity.
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28 October 2025
The REACH revision, expected by Q4 2025, has been delayed. The new timeline remains unclear at the moment.
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16 May 2025
On 07 May, the Commission opened the Call for evidence for the European Affordable Housing Plan. The Plan will aim to support Member States, regions and cities to boost the supply of affordable and sustainable housing.
1 min read