Fifteen years after its initial publication, the international standard for supply chain security management systems is up for revision. The new version, scheduled for publication at the start of 2022, …
Germany announces Supply Chain Due Diligence Law – The Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz
The debate about whether legislation is needed to stop human rights violations in the supply chain has been going on for some time. In Germany, discussions have come to an …
Stricter CSR reporting requirements in the EU from 2023: Will external assurance become mandatory?
If the EU Commission gets its way, many companies in the EU will have to adapt to stricter requirements for their sustainability reporting. The Commission has launched a proposal to …
Understanding and assessing the risks and consequences of climate change – ISO 14091
Adequately addressing climate change is an urgent challenge that affects businesses of all sizes. The ISO 14091 standard helps companies to adapt to climate change. Below we have summarized all …
EU non-financial reporting requirements to be extended
The EU directive on non-financial reporting (NFRD) is currently being revised. A resolution of the EU Parliament indicates that far-reaching changes are on the table. Although there are still many …
Minimum quota of recycled plastic from 2025 – What does this mean for the packaging materials industry?
From 2025 onwards, PET beverage bottles will have to contain at least 25 percent recycled plastic. By 2030, the required minimum will rise to 30 percent and will then apply …