How the EU will limit the sale of commodities that cause deforestation
Barely five months from now, the obligations contained in the European Regulation on deforestation aimed at avoiding the introduction, making available and export of certain commodities and products associated with deforestation and forest degradation, will be applicable in general in the Member States.Regulation seeking to ensure that only products that meet ecodesign requirements can be placed on the EU market has been published
The regulation, which comes into force on July 18, introduces a digital product passport, which enhances traceability and information on sustainability, prohibits the destruction of unsold products and lays down green public procurement requirements in order to boost demand for sustainable products.The European Parliament approves the Directive on Greenwashing
The new European regulation, which aims to prevent unfair commercial practices, will have to continue its process before the Council of the EU for its final approval and its subsequent publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.