EU plastic packaging reduction targets weakened from outset by industry lobbying
- Posted on August 13, 2026
- By Le Monde
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EU plastic packaging reduction targets weakened from outset by industry lobbying
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, which comes into effect on Wednesday, August 12, introduces binding reduction targets for the first time in Europe, though it has been undermined by heavy industry lobbying.
