The transition of the European economy towards more circularity has become increasingly prominent with the Green Deal. What does the new European Mandate hold for the future of the Green Deal, and that of environmental policy?
The transition of the European economy towards greater circularity has become increasingly prominent in recent years with the Green Deal. Since 2019, the EU Commission has submitted various legislative proposals aimed at transforming the single market to reduce the environmental impact of economic activities in various sectors, including the packaging sector.
The Packaging and Packing Waste Regulation (PPWR) is one of the most impactful files for the sector and the finalised text leaves some opened questions for policymakers. What does the new European Mandate hold for the future of the Green Deal, and that of environmental policy?
Panel I: “A closer look at the implementation of PPWR”
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Is PPWR ensuring enough harmonisation within the bloc?
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What are the main implementation challenges stakeholders face and how can the EU address these?
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How can the delegated and implemented acts help stakeholders to achieve PPWR targets, focusing on reuse and recycling?
Panel II: “Outlook for the next European Mandate”
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What further policies should the next European Parliament set forward to enhance circularity in the EU economy?
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What tools do stakeholders need to advance the circular economy?
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How can the circular economy play a bigger role in other European policies, such as industrial and trade policy?
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