Three requests from the European Commission for suggestions on legislative proposals!

The European Commission issued three solicitations for feedback on August 23, 2023: on the WEEE Directive, on the new end-of-life vehicle regulations, and on eco-design standards and labelling of electronic displays. The European Commission's commitment to participatory policymaking in sectors essential to sustainability, such as electronics, waste management, and vehicle manufacture, is reflected in these requests for public feedback. Participants are urged to participate through the official website of the European Commission. 

The WEEE directive 

The purpose of this consultation is to ascertain how much the directive supports a circular economy and Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) management that is environmentally responsible. 

The WEEE Directive has been implemented, and the Commission has recently opened a public consultation to solicit information and opinions from a variety of stakeholders who have contributed to and/or are otherwise involved in its goals and objectives, including individuals. 

The consultation is open for feedback until 22 September 2023 and contributions can be made by filling in a questionnaire which can be found here. 

Eco-design standards and labelling of electronic displays 

In order to evaluate whether the regulations have been successful in achieving or making progress toward their goals (lowering consumers' energy bills, enhancing the security of supply in the EU, and assisting in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions), the European Commission is soliciting opinions on its review of the eco-design and energy labelling requirements for electronic displays.  

By September 21, 2023, interested parties are encouraged to offer their opinions. Feedback can be made here and here. 

End-of-life vehicle regulation 

The third consultation regards the proposal for a regulation on circularity requirements for vehicle design and on the management of end-of-life vehicles. 

As part of the European Green Deal, the proposed legislation aims to improve the collection, handling, and recycling of end-of-life vehicles (ELVs).  

The public is invited to participate in this conversation until November 2, 2023. Feedback can be given here (scroll down)