The amendment of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG3) imposes additional obligations on producers and distributors of electrical equipment, particularly regarding the disposal of end-of-life devices. It is based on stricter requirements of the EU Waste Framework Directive, going beyond the previous ElektroG2.
With the growing e-bike market, the volume of used lithium-ion batteries is also increasing—along with the obligations for manufacturers, retailers, and importers. Our guide offers practical insights on how companies can comply with German and EU-wide battery regulations in 2025.
Manufacturers and distributors of lithium-ion batteries and rechargeable batteries are required to provide a summary of the UN 38.3 test
Latvia fundamentally expanded its EPR system in 2024, specifically adapting national regulations to EU requirements and ambitious environmental goals.
The goal of a EPR for mattresses is to eliminate the incineration of old mattresses and instead recycle them in an environmentally friendly manner.
The German Electrical Devices Act: what are the rules? The Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act in Germany (ElektroG) regulates the marketing, disposal and recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Among other things, it also controls which devices must be registered and labelled (for example, with the ubiquitous symbol of a crossed-out wheelie bin). But what…
As of August 18, 2025, the new EU Battery Regulation will become binding—bringing far-reaching changes for manufacturers, distributors, and waste management companies. Germany plans to implement the regulation through the new Battery Act (BattDG). Learn here what exactly is changing and what companies should start preparing for now.
EPR in the Netherlands: Key updates, new obligations, and how Deutsche Recycling GmbH helps ensure your compliance.
This blog post provides insights into the latest EPR packaging developments in Finland. We’ll outline the essential aspects of packaging EPR in Finland and how Deutsche Recycling GmbH can assist your compliance.
A step-by-step guide to meeting EU directives and avoiding fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Compliance with EU directives for WEEE, batteries, and packaging is mandatory for nearly all businesses selling in the EU, including online retailers. Non-compliance can result in fines up to €200,000, sales bans on major platforms, and personal liability…
