The EU environmental policy developments include multiple new directives and regulations that undergo regular revisions. HEJSupport’s new website helps you stay tuned, prioritizing chemicals and waste policy.
PFAS Regulation in the European Union
The EU’s approach to PFAS regulation reflects a precautionary and group-based strategy aimed at reducing…
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
The EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) mandates the inclusion of recycled plastic content…
REACH
REACH controls chemicals, either by themselves or in products, when they are produced and used…
EU Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation
CLP regulates the classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substancesa and mixtures.
EU Plastic Strategy
The EU Plastic Strategy promotes a more sustainable and circular plastic approach in the European…
EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability
The EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability is a key element of the EU’s efforts to…
EU Safe Toys Regulation
The aim of the Toy regulations and directives is to protect children’s health and safety…
EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation
The EU PPWR applies to packaging and packaging waste of all materials placed on the…
Dates
December 3, 2025
Publication of the Environment Omnibus
December 2025
Council position on the ECHA basic regulation
Early 2026
Publication of the REACH revision proposal by the EU Commission
March 2026
Universal PFAS restriction: SEAC consultation opens
News
NGO Response on Proposed Prohibition of PFAS in Fire Fighting Foam
New regulations to prohibit PFAS under CEPA should address the full cycle of PFAS in…
REACH Revision: Continued Uncertainty Despite ‘Early 2026’ Signal
As the EU moves toward a new political cycle, a credible roadmap for the REACH…