regulations

Directive on Repair of Goods: Promoting Repair for Sustainable Consumption

The Directive on common rules promoting the repair of goods was adopted on June 13, 2024, and became effective on July 30, 2024. Member States are required to incorporate it into their national laws and enforce it starting from July 31, 2026. The directive aims to foster sustainable consumption by encouraging the repair and reuse of goods, both within and outside of the legal guarantee period. This aligns with the European Commission’s priority of the green transition, particularly under the European Green Deal.

New EU Rules on Farm Emissions Now in Effect

On Sunday, July 4th, a revised set of rules from the European Union concerning industrial emissions took effect, significantly broadening the scope to include more livestock farms than previous regulations.

The updated directive, known as IED 2.0, targets "the most polluting pig and poultry farms," according to the European Commission. These farms contribute to roughly 30% of the EU's total ammonia emissions.