Agreement reached in the PPWR negotiations

+++ Update April 24, 2024: Regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) adopted in EU plenary +++

Today, on April 24, the plenary of the EU Parliament voted on the English version of the PPWR. The regulation was adopted with 476 votes in favour, 129 against and 24 abstentions.

The translations and legal language checks in all official EU languages are expected to be completed by June 2024. After the European elections (6 to 9 June 2024), the newly elected Parliament must adopt the final version following the corrigendum procedure, which could take place in autumn 2024 as things stand at present (Note: The adoption is a formality – however, the new Parliament is not bound by it). The final version will then be adopted by the Council and published in the Official Journal of the European Union (entry into force 20 days after publication in the Official Journal, general validity 18 months after entry into force).

Reclay welcomes agreement on PPWR

“We very much welcome the fact that the EU Parliament has given its final approval to the PPWR today. Even if there are still a few more procedural steps to wait for, nothing stands in the way of this key lever for a modern Circular Economy at EU level anymore,” says a delighted Dr. Fritz Flanderka, Managing Director within Reclay Group. “This is really good news for the international Circular Economy of the future, especially in view of the broad scope of the regulation.”

PPWR is a great opportunity for the Circular Economy of the future

A mandatory recycling-friendly design of packaging from 2030 and the introduction of minimum recycling quotas for plastic packaging are among the key elements of the PPWR. “These points are decisive incentives for companies that produce packaging or place it on the market. A requirement at EU level is a great opportunity for the entire industry to implement recyclable and international solutions,” says Flanderka.

Learn more in our webinar

Our sister company RecycleMe is offering a webinar in English language on the PPWR and related topics. Take the opportunity to optimally prepare your company for the upcoming changes. Register now for the webinar on 28.05.2024 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm (CEST) and receive valuable information to successfully master the requirements of the new PPWR.