The European Commission has announced its intention to withdraw approval for the use of ethylene oxide as a surface disinfectant in biocidal products, citing that the chemical’s applications do not align with the scope of the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR). This decision is set to… Read More »European Commission to Withdraw Approval for Ethylene Oxide in Biocidal Products
The Securities and Exchange Board of India, a market regulator, published a consultation document to make it easier for ERPs or ESG rating providers to conduct business. To expand the scope of ERPs, the report suggested a number of regulation adjustments, such as rating unlisted… Read More »SEBI Introduces Measures to Facilitate Business Operations for ESG Rating Providers
Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), the Department of the Environment, on behalf of the Canadian government, has declared its intention to change the Domestic Substances List (DSL). The purpose of this amendment is to provide new regulatory oversight for four chemicals that… Read More »Canada to Update Domestic Substances List with New Regulations for Four Triarylmethane Dyes
The implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging has become a critical component in the European Union’s efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce waste. As the EU continues to grapple with increasing environmental challenges, effective waste management practices have become paramount. Central to this… Read More »EPR for Packaging in the EU: Insights from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Sweden
Unified U.S. privacy rules, ethical AI regulations, supply chain security, improved cybersecurity requirements, and SOC framework improvements will be the main regulatory trends of 2025. To preserve resilience and competitive advantage, organizations must prioritize risk management, use cutting-edge technologies, and implement proactive compliance measures. The… Read More »Compliance Trends Expected in 2025
Background: The European Parliament and the Council have revealed that Directive 94/62/EC on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWD) has failed to curb the rising trend of packaging waste generation. Between 2009 and 2019, total packaging waste in the EU increased by 19%, climbing from 66… Read More »EU Adopts the Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR)
On December 5, 2024, the European Commission revised the Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or toxic to Reproduction (CMR) substances list within REACH’s Annex XVII (Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006), introducing three key changes. Public Sale and Use Restrictions: The updated regulation strictly bans the public sale and use… Read More »EU Considers Restricting more CMR Substances under REACH
The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has announced the launch of its Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for non-listed small and medium-sized enterprises (VSME). This standard is designed to help micro, small, and medium-sized companies report on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in a… Read More »EFRAG Introduces Sustainability Reporting Standard for Small Businesses
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released the final supplemental risk assessment report for the solvent 1,4-dioxane, confirming under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that the chemical poses an unreasonable risk to human health. Studies indicate that 1,4-dioxane can cause cancer and damage… Read More »U.S. EPA Completes TSCA Risk Assessment Revision for 1,4-Dioxane
In order to raise 30 billion baht (USD $865 million), the Thai government announced the completion of its first Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB). Interest rates on the new 15-year notes are linked to the nation’s energy transition and climate goals. The PMDO increased the offering from… Read More »Thailand Issues First Sustainability-Linked Bond of $865 Million
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