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European Environmental Bureau

EEB

The European Environmental Bureau is Europe's largest network of environmental citizens' groups, advocating for progressive policies to create a better environment in the EU and beyond.

Lobbying Activity

Meeting with Vita Jukne (Cabinet of Commissioner Jessika Roswall)

25 Nov 2025 · Environmental omnibus

Meeting with Daniel Freund (Member of the European Parliament) and

17 Nov 2025 · CONT Scrutiny Working Group

Environmental groups demand ringfenced climate funding in EU budget

7 Nov 2025
Feedback on — Proposal for European Competitiveness Fund merging various EU funding programmes post-2027.
Their ask — The EEB demands earmarked funding for environmental objectives within the new fund, explicit inclusion of nature-based solutions and biodiversity in objectives, and retention of bottom-up project approaches. They want multiannual work programmes and direct Commission management to ensure predictability for diverse stakeholders.1234
How it helps them — This would preserve dedicated environmental funding and maintain their access to EU grants.56
Who loses — Industrial and defense sectors lose budget share to environmental priorities in competitiveness fund.78
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on establishing the European Competitiveness Fund ('ECF’), including the specific programme for defence research and innovation activities, repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/522, (EU) 2021/694, (EU) 2021/697, (EU) 2021/783, repealing provisions of Regulations (EU) 2021/696, (EU) 2023/588, and amending Regulation (EU) [EDIP]

Environmental groups demand 50% green budget amid harmful subsidy concerns

7 Nov 2025
Feedback on — EU's long-term budget framework for tracking and monitoring environmental spending post-2027.
Their ask — The European Environmental Bureau wants at least 50% of the EU budget dedicated to climate and environmental investments, including 10% for biodiversity with dedicated monitoring. They demand strict implementation of the Do No Significant Harm principle without exemptions, ending support for environmentally harmful subsidies. They also call for overhauling the Common Agricultural Policy's flawed methodology that misleadingly counts non-environmental payments toward green spending targets.123
How it helps them — This would increase funding for their environmental priorities and biodiversity protection work.45
Who loses — Farmers lose income support currently counted as environmental spending despite making no real contribution.67
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities

Response to Circular Economy Act

5 Nov 2025

Meeting with Dirk Gotink (Member of the European Parliament) and Transparency International Liaison Office to the European Union

4 Nov 2025 · CONT SWG

Meeting with Marc Botenga (Member of the European Parliament)

28 Oct 2025 · Defense Omnibus

Environmental Bureau Urges Crackdown on Digital Marketing Driving Overconsumption

23 Oct 2025
Feedback on — EU proposal to strengthen consumer protection against dark patterns and unfair digital practices.
Their ask — The organization demands stronger regulation of manipulative digital practices including dark patterns, personalized pricing, and influencer marketing that drive excessive consumption. They call for mandatory disclosure requirements and advertising restrictions similar to France's fast fashion law.123
How it helps them — This would advance their environmental agenda by reducing resource consumption and waste generation.45
Who loses — Online retailers lose profitable marketing tools that drive sales through behavioral manipulation.6
Response to: Proposal for a Directive/Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on strengthening consumer protection in the digital environment (Digital Fairness Act)

Meeting with Gijs Schilthuis (Director Agriculture and Rural Development) and

16 Oct 2025 · Meeting following the EP Plenary vote on the CAP simplification package to discuss the next steps, ahead of the Trilogue.

Meeting with Erik Marquardt (Member of the European Parliament) and Transparency International Liaison Office to the European Union

16 Oct 2025 · NGO scrutiny

Meeting with Maria Noichl (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

15 Oct 2025 · Soil monitoring

Meeting with Paul Speight (Head of Unit Environment) and ClientEarth AISBL

9 Oct 2025 · REACH restriction roadmap and update on on-going restrictions

Environmental groups push heat pumps over biomass in EU heating strategy

7 Oct 2025
Feedback on — EU strategy to decarbonise heating and cooling through renewable technologies and efficiency.
Their ask — Prioritise heat pumps and energy efficiency over biomass heating. Ban fossil boiler sales and finalise ecodesign rules by 2026. Support social leasing models and energy communities to reduce upfront costs for low-income households.1234
How it helps them — This advances their climate goals while blocking biomass expansion they see as polluting.5
Who loses — Biomass and hydrogen industries lose access to heating markets and public subsidies.67
Response to: Heating and cooling strategy: advancing decarbonisation and energy system integration

Meeting with Ingeborg Ter Laak (Member of the European Parliament)

7 Oct 2025 · REACH

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament) and Chemicals, Health and Environment Monitoring Trust

3 Oct 2025 · REACH, implementation of legislation

Meeting with Michael Bloss (Member of the European Parliament) and

1 Oct 2025 · ETS2

Meeting with Pär Holmgren (Member of the European Parliament) and

1 Oct 2025 · EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)

Environmental groups warn nature credits risk commodifying ecosystems

30 Sept 2025
Feedback on — EU roadmap for developing nature credit schemes to finance biodiversity restoration.
Their ask — The organization demands nature credits never replace public funding, legal enforcement, or subsidy phase-outs. They require credits to be non-tradable, locally-scoped, and subject to strict environmental and social safeguards. The next EU budget must earmark at least 10% for biodiversity with 50% total climate spending.123
How it helps them — This would ensure biodiversity protection relies on public resources rather than market mechanisms.45
Who loses — Private investors and large landowners lose opportunities for speculative trading and disproportionate financial gains.67
Response to: COMMUNICATION FROM THE COMMISSION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE COUNCIL, THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS Roadmap towards Nature Credits

Meeting with Terry Reintke (Member of the European Parliament) and

30 Sept 2025 · Climate and Environmental Policies

Meeting with Thomas Waitz (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

29 Sept 2025 · CAP simplification

Meeting with Hildegard Bentele (Member of the European Parliament) and

25 Sept 2025 · Climate target /ETS2

Environmental groups demand renovation over new construction in housing strategy

18 Sept 2025
Feedback on — European Commission strategy to increase housing construction supply across the EU.
Their ask — The organization calls for prioritizing renovation and better use of existing buildings over new construction. They argue that 47 million dwellings are vacant and the existing stock could house 100 million more people. When new construction is necessary, they demand it meet zero-pollution and circular economy standards.1234
How it helps them — This would shift construction activity toward renovation projects favored by environmental groups.56
Who loses — New construction developers lose business as projects shift toward renovation and retrofitting.7
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament, A European Strategy for Housing Construction

Meeting with Borja Giménez Larraz (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

17 Sept 2025 · HOUS Draft Report

Meeting with Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy (Member of the European Parliament)

17 Sept 2025 · Environmental policy

Environmental Bureau Demands Stricter 2040 Climate Target Without Loopholes

12 Sept 2025
Feedback on — EU proposal to set 90% emissions reduction target by 2040.
Their ask — The organization demands three separate targets for emissions cuts, industrial removals, and nature-based sequestration. They oppose international offsets and cross-sectoral flexibilities, arguing these are loopholes that delay real action. They want climate neutrality achieved domestically by 2040, not 2050.123
How it helps them — This would force stronger emission cuts across all sectors and nature restoration.45
Who loses — Agriculture and politically influential sectors lose flexibility to delay their climate contributions.67
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1119 establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality

Meeting with Marcos Gonzalez Alvarez (Acting Head of Unit Climate Action) and

11 Sept 2025 · Short assessment of the next Multi-annual Financial Framework (MFF) proposal in relation to the Social Climate Fund (SCF) Regulation.

Meeting with Eric Mamer (Director-General Environment) and

11 Sept 2025 · Exchange of views on the a) simplification agenda and the forthcoming omnibus on environmental policies, b) new MFF proposal, and c) implementation efforts for Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR) and EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

Meeting with Sarah Ziane (Head of Unit Environment)

11 Sept 2025 · Exchange of views on implementation and enforcement of EU environmental law

Environmental Bureau urges ecosystem-based climate resilience framework

4 Sept 2025
Feedback on — EU proposal for climate preparedness, resilience and harmonised climate risk management.
Their ask — The organisation demands strict protection and restoration of nature through enforcing existing legislation, adequate public funding for nature-based solutions, and systemic economic transition away from fossil fuels and harmful subsidies. They argue climate mitigation must come first, with nature and water as the strongest climate regulators requiring protection through ecosystem-based adaptation.123
How it helps them — This would secure funding for ecosystem restoration and shift subsidies from harmful practices.45
Who loses — Intensive agriculture and fossil fuel industries lose subsidies and face stricter pollution costs.67
Response to: Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the framework for achieving climate preparedness and resilience and laying down harmonised rules on climate risk management, and amending Regulation (EU) 2018/1999 on the Governance of the Energy Union and Climate Action

Meeting with Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

2 Sept 2025 · 2040 climate target

Environmental groups demand EU crackdown on overconsumption and online platforms

28 Aug 2025
Feedback on — EU consumer policy strategy for 2025-2030 covering single market protections.
Their ask — The EEB wants the EU to reduce online shopping volumes, assign responsibility to platforms, close legal loopholes, adopt ambitious green claims verification, support enforcement of information rules, promote the EU Ecolabel, develop a Digital Fairness Act, ban early obsolescence, and implement the Ecodesign regulation across more product groups.1234
How it helps them — This would reduce environmental damage from excessive consumption and unsafe products.56
Who loses — Online marketplaces and fast-fashion retailers lose freedom to sell unlimited low-value products.78
Response to: COMMUNICATION FROM THE COMMISSION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE COUNCIL, THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS Consumer Agenda 2025-2030 and Action Plan on Consumers in the Single Market

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

27 Aug 2025 · 2040 Targets

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Aug 2025 · CE ACt

Environmental groups demand stricter plastic recycling content rules

14 Aug 2025
Feedback on — EU rules for calculating and verifying recycled content in plastic beverage bottles.
Their ask — The organization demands that only post-consumer plastic waste count toward recycled content targets, excluding pre-consumer waste. They want the concept of dual-use outputs removed and segregation models prioritized over mass balance accounting. They also call for European sustainability criteria before accepting chemical recycling technologies.1234
How it helps them — This would support their goal of reducing virgin plastic production and advancing circular economy objectives.5
Who loses — Chemical recycling companies lose flexibility in claiming recycled content without strict sustainability criteria.6
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION (EU) …/… laying down rules for the application of Directive (EU) 2019/904 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the calculation, verification and reporting of data on recycled plastic content in single-use plastic beverage bottles and repealing Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2023/2683

Environmental Bureau urges CBAM expansion with climate focus

12 Aug 2025
Feedback on — Extending carbon border adjustment mechanism scope to downstream products and anti-circumvention.
Their ask — The organization requests CBAM maintain its primary climate role rather than becoming a trade defense tool. They want expansion to all EU ETS sectors and embedded GHG in products, with extensions based on environmental criteria. They urge waiting for robust evidence before addressing export carbon leakage.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen global climate action and carbon pricing systems worldwide.567
Who loses — EU industry loses potential export rebates and protection from carbon costs abroad.8
Response to: Commission proposal for Regulation (EU) No …/… of … amending Regulation (EU) 2023/956 as regards scope extension to downstream products and anti-circumvention

Environmental groups demand structured funding and protection in civil society strategy

11 Aug 2025
Feedback on — EU strategy to support civil society organizations facing growing backlash and shrinking civic space.
Their ask — The organizations request structured funding for policy engagement, protection mechanisms for environmental defenders, and permanent civil dialogue with EU institutions. They demand the EU avoid bad practices when consulting civil society and implement measures before policy directions are set.1234
How it helps them — This would secure their funding streams and formalize their role in EU policymaking.56
Who loses — Business interests lose their current power advantage in EU consultations and policymaking.7
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions for an EU Civil Society Strategy for a thriving civic space, including on effective engagement and protection of Civil Society Organisations and Human Rights Defenders

Environmental groups demand stricter limits on textile destruction loopholes

11 Aug 2025
Feedback on — EU regulation prohibiting destruction of unsold apparel and footwear products.
Their ask — The organization urges deletion of several proposed derogations that would allow companies to destroy usable products. They want derogations limited to cases where reuse is truly impossible and call for explicit waste hierarchy compliance requirements.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protections and reduce textile waste from overproduction.45
Who loses — Fashion companies lose flexibility to dispose of excess inventory and unsold stock.67
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 of the European Parliament and of the Council by setting out derogations from the prohibition of destruction of unsold consumer products

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

24 Jul 2025 · 2040 Targets

Environmental Bureau Urges Swift Adoption of Pollinator Monitoring Rules

17 Jul 2025
Feedback on — EU regulation requiring science-based method to monitor pollinator diversity and populations.
Their ask — The organization calls on the Commission and Member States to adopt the proposal in full without further simplification. They argue any changes would undermine the 2030 target to reverse pollinator decline.12
How it helps them — This would ensure scientifically robust monitoring to achieve their goal of restoring ecosystems.34
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1991 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing a science-based method for monitoring pollinator diversity and pollinator populations

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

15 Jul 2025 · Exchange of views on the Common Agriculture Policy, the Water Resilience Strategy and simplification.

Environmental Bureau demands stronger electronics disclosure rules

10 Jul 2025
Feedback on — EU regulation requiring companies to disclose destruction of unsold consumer products.
Their ask — The organization requests clarification that reporting requirements apply immediately, regardless of implementation dates. They want companies to provide clear website information about sustainability reporting. They demand limited assurance requirements for all companies and specific, implementable preventive measures. Unknown destinations for discarded products should not be accepted.12345
How it helps them — This would create stronger transparency and accountability for product destruction practices.67
Who loses — Online retailers lose flexibility to quietly destroy unsold goods without public scrutiny.8
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the details and format for the disclosure of information on discarded unsold consumer products

Meeting with Joan Canton (Head of Unit Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs) and

9 Jul 2025 · Exchange of views regarding the next edition of EU Raw Materials Week 2025

Environmental NGO Calls for Faster ETS Free Allocation Phase-Out

8 Jul 2025
Feedback on — Review of EU Emissions Trading System elements including free allocation and market stability.
Their ask — The organization demands maintaining the current free allocation phase-out timeline and extending it to non-CBAM sectors. They want stricter benchmarking rules, integration of ETS with industrial emissions directives, and extension of carbon pricing to waste incineration and landfills. They oppose including non-permanent carbon capture in the system.1234
How it helps them — This would accelerate industrial decarbonization aligned with their climate advocacy goals.56
Who loses — Industrial operators lose protective free allowances and face higher compliance costs.7
Response to: Legislative proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2003/87/EC, Decision (EU) 2015/1814 and Regulation (EU) 2015/757 on certain elements of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and of its Market Stability Reserve (MSR), relating to stationary installations, aviation and maritime

Environmental groups push Innovation Fund away from carbon capture

8 Jul 2025
Feedback on — Evaluation of the EU Innovation Fund's operations and allocation priorities.
Their ask — The organization requests a fundamental revision of Innovation Fund award criteria to prioritize circularity, electrification, and material efficiency over CCUS technologies. They argue current criteria favor pollution-intensive routes and backwards-looking benchmarks, particularly for cement and steel sectors.1234
How it helps them — This would redirect billions in Innovation Fund support toward their preferred decarbonisation pathways.5
Who loses — Cement producers and CCUS technology developers lose priority access to Innovation Fund billions.67
Response to: First evaluation on the operation of the Innovation Fund - 2025

Environmental groups demand green investment rules for savings accounts

7 Jul 2025
Feedback on — EU blueprint for savings and investment accounts to boost retail capital market participation.
Their ask — The organization demands that citizens receive clear information about where their money goes and which companies align with the Paris Agreement. They call for the Commission to retain robust CSRD thresholds, preserve CSDDD transition plan requirements, and maintain double materiality in ESRS. They also want transparent reporting by asset managers on proxy voting and restrictions on share buybacks.1234
How it helps them — This would direct capital toward sustainable companies and preserve transparency requirements for environmental reporting.56
Who loses — US-based asset management firms lose as tax incentives favor products supporting ESG engagement.7
Response to: COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION on savings and investment accounts (in support of the savings and investment union)

Environmental Bureau Urges Circularity Focus Over Fossil Fuel Decarbonisation

6 Jul 2025
Feedback on — EU regulation supporting decarbonisation of energy-intensive industrial sectors and investment acceleration.
Their ask — The organization opposes new permitting legislation, arguing existing laws like IED and NZIA already accelerate procedures. They demand prioritization of projects promoting circularity, direct electrification, and material substitution while excluding fossil fuel projects including those using carbon capture. They want labelling based on environmental and social standards beyond just GHG footprints.1234
How it helps them — This would align industrial policy with their environmental protection mandate and circularity priorities.56
Who loses — Fossil fuel-dependent industries and CCS technology providers lose access to public funding opportunities.78
Response to: Legislative proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Industrial Decarbonisation Accelerator Act

Meeting with Aurel Ciobanu-Dordea (Director Environment) and

3 Jul 2025 · Exchange of views on simplification related to the IED and IEPR

Meeting with Stéphane Séjourné (Executive Vice-President) and

2 Jul 2025 · EU Clean Industrial Dialogue on Circularity

Meeting with Alexandre Adam (Cabinet of President Ursula von der Leyen) and

1 Jul 2025 · Exchange of views on the next MFF climate change priorities

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

1 Jul 2025 · Circular and toxic-free plastic

Meeting with Luis Planas Herrera (Cabinet of Commissioner Jessika Roswall) and

30 Jun 2025 · Simplification agenda, EPR and waste prevention in WEEE

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

27 Jun 2025 · Meeting on the negotiations on the Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament)

26 Jun 2025 · REACH training course

Meeting with Jutta Paulus (Member of the European Parliament)

26 Jun 2025 · REACH

Meeting with Bruno Tobback (Member of the European Parliament) and ClientEarth AISBL

26 Jun 2025 · Training on REACH Regulation Basics

Meeting with Ricard Ramon I Sumoy (Acting Head of Unit Agriculture and Rural Development) and

24 Jun 2025 · Exchange on the Multiannual Financial Framework, Common Agricultural Policy, the Livestock Workstream, and Food

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

20 Jun 2025 · Extractive Waste Directive

Meeting with Alisa Tiganj (Cabinet of Commissioner Christophe Hansen) and

19 Jun 2025 · EBAF; CAP post-2027; Agriculture Omnibus (Q4); Follow up to the Vision for Agriculture and Strategic Dialogue

Meeting with Radan Kanev (Member of the European Parliament)

11 Jun 2025 · NGO transparency

Meeting with Ana Miranda Paz (Member of the European Parliament) and

11 Jun 2025 · Meeting

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

11 Jun 2025 · Exchange on the ongoing negotiations on the Water Pollutants file

Meeting with Anne Funch Jensen (Cabinet of Commissioner Piotr Serafin) and

11 Jun 2025 · Exchange of views on the future Multiannual Financial Framework and other EU priorities

Meeting with Francois Wakenhut (Head of Unit Environment) and

6 Jun 2025 · Exchange on the implementation of Directive (EU) 2024/2881 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2024 on ambient air quality and cleaner air for Europe (recast)

Meeting with Miguel Jose Garcia Jones (Cabinet of Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra) and Environmental Investigation Agency

5 Jun 2025 · Discussion on the need to tackle emissions of fluorinated greenhouse gases.

Response to CP-014 - Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions: European Affordable Housing Plan 

4 Jun 2025

Meeting with Patrick Child (Deputy Director-General Environment) and

3 Jun 2025 · Exchange of views on LIFE

Response to Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions on the European Democracy Shield

23 May 2025

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament) and SURFRIDER FOUNDATION EUROPE

22 May 2025 · Event: "Watering the Future: Improving Agricultural Practices for Water Resilience"

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament)

21 May 2025 · Organization of an event

Meeting with Thomas Bajada (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and Diageo

19 May 2025 · Euractiv Stakeholder Workshop "Making the world water-resilient – What are the right steps?"

Meeting with Gabriela Tschirkova (Cabinet of Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis) and ClientEarth AISBL

15 May 2025 · Simplification

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

14 May 2025 · Meeting on the negotiations on the Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Estelle Ceulemans (Member of the European Parliament)

14 May 2025 · PFAS

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

14 May 2025 · Meeting with NGOs working on the Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Hanna Gedin (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

14 May 2025 · Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Hildegard Bentele (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Pandemic Action Network

14 May 2025 · Surface water and groundwater pollutants

Meeting with Sirpa Pietikäinen (Member of the European Parliament) and

6 May 2025 · Protection status of the wolf

Meeting with Manuela Ripa (Member of the European Parliament)

6 May 2025 · Animal Welfare

Meeting with Aura Salla (Member of the European Parliament)

6 May 2025 · The 2023 Commission discharge budget and the next MFF report regarding the role and funding of civil society organisations as well as the LIFE programme – the EU´s only funding instrument entirely dedicated to environmental and climate action

Meeting with Norbert Lins (Member of the European Parliament)

6 May 2025 · Vision for Agriculture and Food

Meeting with Patrick Child (Acting Director-General Environment) and

5 May 2025 · Exchange of views on EU environmental policy and legislation

Meeting with Maria Noichl (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

30 Apr 2025 · Soil, Wolf

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

29 Apr 2025 · Meeting on the ongoing negotiations on the Water pollutants file

Meeting with Pierfrancesco Maran (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

25 Apr 2025 · End-of-Life Vehicles

Meeting with Christophe Grudler (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

25 Apr 2025 · Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Rasmus Nordqvist (Member of the European Parliament)

24 Apr 2025 · Circular Economy Act

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament) and Environmental Coalition on Standards

24 Apr 2025 · Housing situation in Europe

Meeting with Elisabeth Grossmann (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

22 Apr 2025 · informal exchange

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

16 Apr 2025 · Green Claims

Meeting with Hubert Gambs (Deputy Director-General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs) and

11 Apr 2025 · Exchange of views on the REACH revision

Environmental groups urge end to fossil fuel funding under STEP

10 Apr 2025
Feedback on — Evaluation of the Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform supporting critical industrial technologies.
Their ask — The organization demands explicit exclusion of fossil fuel-based technologies, including carbon capture, from public funding. They want priority given to circular materials, material substitution, and electrification technologies. They request stricter conditions requiring 95% carbon capture rates and transparent accountability for projects receiving the STEP seal.123
How it helps them — This would redirect billions in EU funding toward their preferred zero-emissions technologies and circular economy approaches.45
Who loses — Carbon capture technology developers and cement producers lose access to substantial EU subsidies for decarbonization.67
Response to: Interim evaluation report on the implementation of the Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (2024-2025)

Meeting with Andrea Wechsler (Member of the European Parliament)

10 Apr 2025 · EU environment policy

Meeting with Taru Haapaniemi (Cabinet of Commissioner Christophe Hansen) and

9 Apr 2025 · 1. Role of the CAP and ‘Vision for Food and Agriculture’ 2. Policy opportunities for methane emissions reduction

Meeting with Bernd Biervert (Cabinet of Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič), Chiara Galiffa (Cabinet of Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič) and

9 Apr 2025 · Sustainability agenda of the European Commission

Meeting with Vita Jukne (Cabinet of Commissioner Jessika Roswall)

7 Apr 2025 · Review of the REACH Regulation

Meeting with Jan-Christoph Oetjen (Member of the European Parliament) and

7 Apr 2025 · End-of-Life Roundtable

Meeting with Gaelle Marion (Head of Unit Agriculture and Rural Development)

4 Apr 2025 · Exchange of views on the Vision for Agriculture and Food, the reform of the Common Agriculture Policy, The Livestock Strategy, Benchmarking

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament) and Deutsche Umwelthilfe e.V.

3 Apr 2025 · Enforcement of Environmental Law

Meeting with Mirka Janda (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto)

2 Apr 2025 · Water Resilience Strategy

Meeting with Veronica Manfredi (Director Environment) and ClientEarth AISBL

1 Apr 2025 · EEB and Client Earth requested a meeting to discuss work on the preparation of the chemicals industry package including the work on PFAS.

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

31 Mar 2025 · Biodiversity issues

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

27 Mar 2025 · Roundtable “Water, Agriculture, and the Food Supply Chain”

Environmental groups oppose weakening of EU sustainable investment chemical safety rules

26 Mar 2025
Feedback on — EU amendments to simplify sustainability reporting requirements and taxonomy disclosure rules.
Their ask — The EEB strongly opposes both proposed options and recommends keeping the current chemical safety criteria unchanged. They argue the amendments would mislead investors by greenlighting thousands of hazardous chemicals already identified as carcinogens, mutagens or endocrine disrupters.123
How it helps them — This preserves their preferred strong chemical safety standards in sustainable investment definitions.4
Who loses — Companies lose simplified reporting requirements and face stricter chemical safety compliance costs.5
Response to: Amendments to Taxonomy Delegated Acts

Meeting with Elisa Roller (Director Secretariat-General) and

26 Mar 2025 · European Environmental Bureau’s recommendations for the REACH revision

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

25 Mar 2025 · Roundtable “Water, Agriculture, and the Food Supply Chain”

Meeting with Wopke Hoekstra (Commissioner) and

24 Mar 2025 · Adressing forever PFAS pollution, including PFAS F-gases

Environmental Bureau urges EU to close online loopholes for toxic cosmetics

21 Mar 2025
Feedback on — Evaluation of EU regulation governing safety and composition of cosmetic products.
Their ask — The organisation requests stricter controls on online platforms selling banned cosmetics, particularly mercury-added skin lightening products. They argue current rules don't adequately cover online sales, allowing illegal toxic products to reach consumers. They also call for removing mercury preservative exemptions for eye products and banning mercury compound trade.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen protections against toxic cosmetics and reduce environmental mercury pollution.56
Who loses — Online platforms lose flexibility and face new compliance costs for product screening.78
Response to: Evaluation of Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 on cosmetic products

Meeting with Johanna Bernsel (Cabinet of Commissioner Glenn Micallef)

19 Mar 2025 · Introductory meeting

European Environmental Bureau urges faster PBDE phase-out in recycled products

18 Mar 2025
Feedback on — EU regulation setting limits for persistent organic pollutants in mixtures and articles.
Their ask — The organization supports gradually lowering PBDE limits in recycled materials but wants faster implementation. They recommend lower limits for consumer products to prevent legacy chemicals re-entering material cycles. They want children's articles protected with 10 mg/kg limits implemented swiftly.123
How it helps them — This advances their mission to eliminate toxic chemicals from consumer products and material cycles.45
Who loses — Recycling industry faces higher costs to screen and remove contaminated materials from supply chains.6
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the persistent organic pollutants tetrabromodiphenyl ether, pentabromodiphenyl ether, hexabromodiphenyl ether, heptabromodiphenyl ether and decabromodiphenyl ether

Meeting with Maxi Espeter (Cabinet of Commissioner Christophe Hansen) and Wetlands International - European Association

18 Mar 2025 · EEB and Wetlands International presented on the water resilience strategy

Meeting with Eric Sargiacomo (Member of the European Parliament)

18 Mar 2025 · Agriculture

Meeting with Astrid Dentler (Cabinet of Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra) and

17 Mar 2025 · Exchange of views on Water and Climate Resilience Strategies

Meeting with Peter Van Kemseke (Cabinet of President Ursula von der Leyen) and

13 Mar 2025 · Green Deal

Meeting with Aleksandra Kordecka (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné), Bertrand L'Huillier (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné) and

12 Mar 2025 · Exchange of views on the Steel and Metals Action Plan

Meeting with César Luena (Member of the European Parliament)

7 Mar 2025 · Protection of wolf

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament)

7 Mar 2025 · Water Policy

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

5 Mar 2025 · Green Claims

Meeting with Valérie Hayer (Member of the European Parliament) and

5 Mar 2025 · Green Deal

Environmental Bureau Demands Full Green Deal Implementation for Water Resilience

4 Mar 2025
Feedback on — EU strategy to address water scarcity, ecosystem degradation and climate-related water disasters.
Their ask — The organization urges full delivery of the Green Deal without weakening environmental standards. They demand that industrial development not compromise water protection goals and call for phasing out harmful subsidies. They request mandatory water efficiency targets at river basin level and enforcement of polluter-pays principles.12345
How it helps them — This would protect their broader environmental agenda and ensure ecosystem-based water management prevails.67
Who loses — Industries face higher compliance costs and restrictions on water-intensive operations and harmful subsidies.89
Response to: European Water Resilience Strategy

Meeting with Mirka Janda (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto)

4 Mar 2025 · PFAS

Meeting with Elena Arveras (Cabinet of Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque)

4 Mar 2025 · PFAS ban

Meeting with Olga Panagopoulou (Cabinet of Commissioner Piotr Serafin) and

4 Mar 2025 · Presentation of the views of Civil Society Europe on the issue of funding of NGOs, following the concerns raised in the EP CONT Committee in the context of the annual discharge procedure.

Meeting with Iratxe García Pérez (Member of the European Parliament) and

4 Mar 2025 · Just Transition

Meeting with Vita Jukne (Cabinet of Commissioner Jessika Roswall) and

27 Feb 2025 · Implementation and enforcement of EU environmental legislation

Meeting with Polyvios Eliofotou (Cabinet of Commissioner Costas Kadis)

24 Feb 2025 · PFAS pollution

Meeting with Vilija Sysaite (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné)

21 Feb 2025 · Clean Industrial Deal and Chemicals Industry Package

Environmental Bureau demands stricter fossil-free criteria for EU strategic projects

20 Feb 2025
Feedback on — Guidelines for selecting Net-Zero Strategic Projects under the Net-Zero Industry Act.
Their ask — The EEB requests that strategic project criteria explicitly rule out fossil fuel dependence and require pollution prevention at source. They demand CCS projects demonstrate 95% capture rates and only qualify where fossil-free alternatives are unavailable. Guidelines should incorporate carbon pricing and environmental damage costs when assessing economic viability.1234
How it helps them — This would prevent support for fossil-dependent technologies and redirect funding toward renewable solutions.56
Who loses — Fossil fuel and CCS industries lose access to strategic project status and faster permitting.7
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION (EU) …/… adopting guidelines for the implementation of certain selection criteria for net-zero strategic projects laid down in Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2024/1735 of the European Parliament and of the Council

Meeting with Francois Wakenhut (Head of Unit Environment)

18 Feb 2025 · Launching event: ‘Towards cleaner air - key measures to effectively reduce air pollution while benefitting climate’

Meeting with Daniel Freund (Member of the European Parliament) and

18 Feb 2025 · NGO funding & transparency

Meeting with Anna Strolenberg (Member of the European Parliament)

18 Feb 2025 · Future of the common agricultural Policy

Meeting with Jonas Sjöstedt (Member of the European Parliament)

17 Feb 2025 · Environmental NGOs

Meeting with Paul Speight (Head of Unit Environment) and

14 Feb 2025 · EU chemicals regulations / REACH revision

Meeting with Aleksandra Kordecka (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné), Arthur Corbin (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné), Laia Pinos Mataro (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné) and

13 Feb 2025 · Clean Industrial Deal

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament)

13 Feb 2025 · Renewable Energy Deployment

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

13 Feb 2025 · Green Claims

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

11 Feb 2025 · ELV Regulation

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion)

11 Feb 2025 · End of Life Vehicles TRAN Opinion

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

11 Feb 2025 · End of life vehicles

Meeting with Silvia Bartolini (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen)

10 Feb 2025 · Chemical Policy

Response to COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) 2024/1991 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards a uniform format for national restoration plans

7 Feb 2025

Meeting with Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy (Member of the European Parliament)

6 Feb 2025 · Meeting EEB

Meeting with Miron Podgorean (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu)

5 Feb 2025 · Pollution caused by PFAS

Meeting with Jutta Paulus (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

5 Feb 2025 · Water Resilience

Meeting with Jonas Sjöstedt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

4 Feb 2025 · End of Life Vehicles

Meeting with Christophe Hansen (Commissioner) and

3 Feb 2025 · Exchange of views on the Vision for Agriculture and Food and the European Board on Agriculture and Food

Meeting with Benedetta Scuderi (Member of the European Parliament)

3 Feb 2025 · RES and territories

Meeting with Andrea Vettori (Head of Unit Environment) and

28 Jan 2025 · Transposition of the future change of protection of the wolf under the Bern Convention into the EU legislation

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

28 Jan 2025 · End of Life Vehicles

Meeting with Taru Haapaniemi (Cabinet of Commissioner Christophe Hansen)

23 Jan 2025 · PFAS

Meeting with Cristina Guarda (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Jan 2025 · Renewables

Meeting with Paul Speight (Head of Unit Environment) and

16 Jan 2025 · Restrictions under REACH

Meeting with Teresa Ribera Rodríguez (Executive Vice-President) and

14 Jan 2025 · Discussion on the mandate of the new Commission college

Meeting with Giuseppe Casella (Head of Unit Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs)

13 Jan 2025 · Discussion on REACH Revision

Meeting with Jessika Roswall (Commissioner) and

13 Jan 2025 · PFAS, chemicals regulation (REACH)

Meeting with Ana Vasconcelos (Member of the European Parliament)

13 Jan 2025 · Water Resilience Strategy

Meeting with Pierfrancesco Maran (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

8 Jan 2025 · End-of-Life Vehicles

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

17 Dec 2024 · Green Claims

Meeting with Apostolia Karamali (Cabinet of Commissioner Andrius Kubilius)

17 Dec 2024 · Presentation of the EEB mission and activities.

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

12 Dec 2024 · Discussion on Regulation on Vehicle Design and EoL Management

Meeting with Radan Kanev (Member of the European Parliament)

12 Dec 2024 · Simplification agenda.

Meeting with Sigrid Friis (Member of the European Parliament)

11 Dec 2024 · REACH revision

Meeting with Oliver Schenk (Member of the European Parliament)

10 Dec 2024 · Health and environment in the EU

Meeting with Giorgio Gori (Member of the European Parliament)

6 Dec 2024 · Presentation of priorities

Meeting with Lynn Boylan (Member of the European Parliament)

3 Dec 2024 · EU Chemicals Policy: REACH, PFAS, export of dangerous chemicals

Environmental groups urge complete shift to renewables for energy security

26 Nov 2024
Feedback on — Evaluation of EU's energy security laws following Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Their ask — The organization demands EU prioritize 100% renewable energy and energy efficiency over continued fossil fuel and nuclear dependence. They argue LNG prolongs fuel dependency and nuclear creates security risks through Russian imports. They call for decarbonization through heat pumps and building-integrated solar, emphasizing energy demand reduction as the most important security tool.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their climate agenda while eliminating competing energy sources.56
Who loses — Nuclear and gas industries lose market access and existing infrastructure investments.78
Response to: Fitness check on the energy security architecture – evaluating the Electricity Risk Preparedness Regulation and Gas Security of Supply Regulation

Meeting with Sigrid Friis (Member of the European Parliament)

22 Nov 2024 · EU environmental and agriculture policies

Meeting with Terry Reintke (Member of the European Parliament) and

21 Nov 2024 · New European Commission

Meeting with Benedetta Scuderi (Member of the European Parliament) and

20 Nov 2024 · Industrial transition

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 Nov 2024 · OSOA

Meeting with Christophe Clergeau (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 Nov 2024 · One Substance One Assessment

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 Nov 2024 · End of life vehicles

Meeting with Tom Berendsen (Member of the European Parliament) and

19 Nov 2024 · Industry transformation

Meeting with Thomas Waitz (Member of the European Parliament)

19 Nov 2024 · Environmental protection

Meeting with Thomas Pellerin-Carlin (Member of the European Parliament) and WWF European Policy Programme

19 Nov 2024 · Decarbonisation of industry

Meeting with Kathleen Van Brempt (Member of the European Parliament) and

18 Nov 2024 · EU trade policy

Meeting with Thomas Pellerin-Carlin (Member of the European Parliament)

18 Nov 2024 · Governance Regulation

Meeting with Bruno Tobback (Member of the European Parliament) and

18 Nov 2024 · critical raw materials from industrial and trade perspectives

Meeting with Adam Jarubas (Member of the European Parliament)

14 Nov 2024 · Circular Economy/Toxic Chemicals

Meeting with Kristian Vigenin (Member of the European Parliament)

13 Nov 2024 · Toxic-free future

Meeting with Ingeborg Ter Laak (Member of the European Parliament)

8 Nov 2024 · Chemicals, Water

Meeting with Yannis Maniatis (Member of the European Parliament)

7 Nov 2024 · Event, Speaker

Meeting with Benedetta Scuderi (Member of the European Parliament)

5 Nov 2024 · Green and Social deal

Meeting with Valérie Hayer (Member of the European Parliament) and WWF European Policy Programme

5 Nov 2024 · Strategic Dialogue for the future of farming

Meeting with Sigrid Friis (Member of the European Parliament)

29 Oct 2024 · Chemical Pollution

Meeting with Valdis Dombrovskis (Executive Vice-President) and

28 Oct 2024 · Upcoming mandate, simplification and burden reduction, competitiveness and productivity, especially in the context of Green Deal.

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

22 Oct 2024 · Meeting on the ongoing negotiations on the Water Pollutants file

Meeting with Peter Van Kemseke (Cabinet of President Ursula von der Leyen)

17 Oct 2024 · follow-up meeting EU green deal

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament)

17 Oct 2024 · Access to justice

Meeting with Hildegard Bentele (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

16 Oct 2024 · Surface water and groundwater pollutants

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Oct 2024 · Hosting the event: Lithium mining in Serbia and Bosnia Herzegovina

Meeting with Per Clausen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

16 Oct 2024 · Trilogues

Meeting with András Tivadar Kulja (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Oct 2024 · Toxic chemicals

Meeting with Virginijus Sinkevičius (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Oct 2024 · Ongoing environmental topics

Meeting with Isabella Lövin (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Oct 2024 · Action Plan

Meeting with Javi López (Member of the European Parliament) and ClientEarth AISBL

15 Oct 2024 · Air Quality

Meeting with Anna Stürgkh (Member of the European Parliament)

15 Oct 2024 · Introduction meeting

Meeting with Cristina Guarda (Member of the European Parliament)

14 Oct 2024 · Water resilience

Meeting with Christophe Clergeau (Member of the European Parliament)

11 Oct 2024 · Pollution

Meeting with Dimitris Tsiodras (Member of the European Parliament)

8 Oct 2024 · Environmental policies

Meeting with Annalisa Corrado (Member of the European Parliament) and Citizens' Climate Europe

2 Oct 2024 · Social Climate Fund and ETS2

Meeting with Eric Sargiacomo (Member of the European Parliament) and Friends of the Earth Europe

2 Oct 2024 · Agriculture

Meeting with Niels Fuglsang (Member of the European Parliament)

2 Oct 2024 · Meeting on energy

Meeting with Anna Strolenberg (Member of the European Parliament) and Stichting BirdLife Europe

2 Oct 2024 · Priorities for the upcoming mandate

Meeting with Dimitris Tsiodras (Member of the European Parliament) and

2 Oct 2024 · Environmental policies

Meeting with Cristina Guarda (Member of the European Parliament) and

2 Oct 2024 · Agricolture

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament) and

2 Oct 2024 · Commissioner hearings

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament)

2 Oct 2024 · Legislative work on toxic products, pesticides...

Meeting with Benoit Cassart (Member of the European Parliament)

1 Oct 2024 · Prise de contact

Meeting with Christophe Clergeau (Member of the European Parliament)

1 Oct 2024 · Produits chimiques

Meeting with Pär Holmgren (Member of the European Parliament)

1 Oct 2024 · Chemicals policy

Meeting with Lynn Boylan (Member of the European Parliament) and Environmental Investigation Agency

26 Sept 2024 · Methane pollution from energy and agriculture

Meeting with Majdouline Sbai (Member of the European Parliament)

26 Sept 2024 · Echange sur Reach et les produits chimiques

Meeting with Andreas Glück (Member of the European Parliament) and

26 Sept 2024 · Environmental Policy

Meeting with Nicolás González Casares (Member of the European Parliament) and

25 Sept 2024 · Energy transition

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament) and

25 Sept 2024 · Industrial Policy

Meeting with Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Sept 2024 · Transición industrial

Meeting with Mohammed Chahim (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Sept 2024 · PFAS

Meeting with Grégory Allione (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Sept 2024 · Réunion European Environmental Bureau

Meeting with Chloé Ridel (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Sept 2024 · EU environmental policies

Meeting with Anja Hazekamp (Member of the European Parliament)

24 Sept 2024 · EEB wolvendebat

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment) and

20 Sept 2024 · Priorities of the new College

Meeting with André Rodrigues (Member of the European Parliament)

11 Sept 2024 · Methane Matters coalition

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament)

9 Sept 2024 · Air Pollution and Air Quality, Chemicals, Agriculture

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament)

17 Jul 2024 · Priorities of 10th legislative term in ENVI

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament) and

17 Jul 2024 · Green Deal and environmental issues

Meeting with Ville Niinistö (Member of the European Parliament) and

17 Jul 2024 · Upcoming 2040 climate legislation

Environmental Groups Demand Stricter CO2 Storage Permanence Rules

16 Jul 2024
Feedback on — EU regulation defining when captured greenhouse gases qualify as permanently bound in products.
Their ask — The organization supports the permanence requirement but demands stricter enforcement to prevent delayed emissions. They call for excluding products where CO2 could be released through deterioration processes and for publishing a list of non-compliant products.123
How it helps them — This would prevent industries from claiming climate benefits for products that release CO2 later.45
Who loses — Synthetic fuel producers and industries using incineration lose eligibility for EU ETS credits.6
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Directive 2003/87/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the requirements for considering that greenhouse gases have become permanently chemically bound in a product

Meeting with Thomas Waitz (Member of the European Parliament) and

16 Jul 2024 · Climate and Enviroment Policy

Meeting with Lena Schilling (Member of the European Parliament) and

16 Jul 2024 · Climate and Enviroment Policy

Meeting with Thomas Pellerin-Carlin (Member of the European Parliament) and

11 Jul 2024 · Climate policies

Meeting with Jens Geier (Member of the European Parliament) and

9 Jul 2024 · Exchange on Expectations on the new European Parliament and EU Commission (EU Industry Policy, Global Trade, Green Deal, Energy Policy)

Response to Environmental Implementation Review 2025

5 Jul 2024

Meeting with Kira Marie Peter-Hansen (Member of the European Parliament) and

25 Jun 2024 · Environmental priorities and maintaining course of Green Deal

Response to Amendment of Commission Regulation (EC) No 794/2004 (as amended) as regards the notification forms and information sheets

24 Jun 2024

Response to COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... establishing, pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2024/573 of the European Parliament and of the Council, minimum requirements for the issuance of certificates to natural and legal persons and the conditions for the mutual recognition of such certificates, as regards stationary refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump equipment, organic Rankine cycles and refrigeration units of refrigerated trucks, refrigerated trailers, refrigerated light-duty vehicles, intermodal containers and train wagons containing fluorinated greenhouse gases or their alternatives, and repealing Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/2067

10 Jun 2024

Environmental Bureau Demands Fossil Fuel Ban in Social Climate Fund

27 May 2024
Feedback on — Guidelines for Do-No-Significant-Harm principle application in Social Climate Fund investments.
Their ask — The organization demands the fund exclude all combustion-based and fossil fuel technologies, including individual cars and heating systems. They want prohibition of climate-harmful refrigerants and PFAS-producing technologies. The fund should prioritize energy efficiency, renewable energy, and circular building practices.123
How it helps them — This would advance their broader environmental agenda by preventing fossil fuel infrastructure investments.45
Who loses — Fossil fuel and automotive industries lose access to climate fund support for their products.6
Response to: Commission Communication on the application of the "do no significant harm" principle to the Social Climate Fund and policy reflection for its future extension under the next MFF

Environmental Bureau Opposes Weakening Manure Fertiliser Limits

17 May 2024
Feedback on — Proposed amendment allowing recovered manure fertilisers above current nitrogen thresholds.
Their ask — The EEB demands withdrawal of the directive amendment and proper assessment through an Integrated Nutrient Management Action Plan. They argue the proposal bypasses environmental safeguards and pre-empts ongoing evaluation of the Nitrates Directive.12
How it helps them — This would maintain limits on intensive animal farming that currently threaten water quality.34
Who loses — Industrial livestock producers lose flexibility to increase animal densities and manure production.5
Response to: COMMISSION DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending Council Directive 91/676/EEC as regards the use of certain fertilising materials from livestock manure

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment)

13 May 2024 · Speech at the EEB 50th Anniversary Conference 2024 A Moment of Choice – Towards a European Pact for the Future

Meeting with Michael Bloss (Member of the European Parliament) and

2 May 2024 · Green Industrial Deal

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment) and

24 Apr 2024 · Current challenges and opportunities related to the European Green Deal in the context of the upcoming elections.

Meeting with Helmut Scholz (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Apr 2024 · SDGs

Meeting with Manuela Ripa (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Pesticide Action Network Europe

16 Apr 2024 · Soil monitoring and resilience directive

Meeting with Jessica Polfjärd (Member of the European Parliament) and

16 Apr 2024 · Fit for 55

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

15 Apr 2024 · Water legislation

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič) and

9 Apr 2024 · European Green Deal and sustainable resource management

Environmental groups demand stronger chemical risk early warning system

3 Apr 2024
Feedback on — EU regulation on common data platform for chemicals and early warning system.
Their ask — The organization wants mandatory regulatory action when emerging chemical risks are identified, not just warnings. They request authorities must respond to risks, outlining intended actions or justifying inaction. They also want industry to pay for testing under the polluters pay principle.123
How it helps them — This would enable faster regulatory intervention to prevent chemical pollution incidents like PFAS contamination.45
Who loses — Chemical industry bears testing costs and faces faster restrictions on substances flagged as risky.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing a common data platform on chemicals, laying down rules to ensure that the data contained in it are findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable and establishing a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals

Environmental Bureau urges chemical safety reforms with stronger protections

3 Apr 2024
Feedback on — EU proposal to streamline chemical assessments across agencies under one substance approach.
Their ask — The EEB supports transferring chemical assessment tasks to ECHA but warns against importing flawed REACH procedures into RoHS directive. They demand the most protective opinion must prevail when agencies disagree, and urgent funding proposals for ECHA to handle expanded responsibilities.123
How it helps them — This would prevent adoption of problematic assessment procedures and ensure environmental protection standards.45
Who loses — Industry loses flexibility when stricter agency opinions automatically prevail over lenient assessments.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Regulations (EC) No 178/2002, (EC) No 401/2009, (EU) 2017/745 and (EU) 2019/1021 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the re-attribution of scientific and technical tasks and improving cooperation among Union agencies in the area of chemicals

Meeting with Sirpa Pietikäinen (Member of the European Parliament)

21 Mar 2024 · Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Manuela Ripa (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 Mar 2024 · Soil monitoring and resilience directive

Meeting with Jutta Paulus (Member of the European Parliament)

14 Mar 2024 · Environmental law enforcement

Meeting with Kurt Vandenberghe (Director-General Climate Action) and

11 Mar 2024 · Discuss how to best advance the European Green Deal and ensure effective EU climate action

Environmental groups urge stronger enforcement of nitrates rules

8 Mar 2024
Feedback on — EU regulation protecting water quality from agricultural nitrate pollution.
Their ask — The organization demands the EU retain the Nitrates Directive without changes and strengthen enforcement. They call for an Integrated Nutrient Management Action Plan and an end to derogations allowing excess manure application. They want agricultural transformation toward agroecological practices and plant-rich diets.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their environmental protection goals and reduce taxpayer cleanup costs.56
Who loses — Intensive livestock farmers lose flexibility to apply manure above legal thresholds.78
Response to: Evaluation of Council Directive 91/676/EEC of 12 December 1991 concerning the protection of waters against pollution caused by nitrates from agricultural sources

Environmental Bureau Demands Green Standards for Wind Energy Auctions

1 Mar 2024
Feedback on — EU guidance on auction design for renewable energy projects under Wind Power Action Plan.
Their ask — The organization wants 50-75% of auction points allocated to environmental and social criteria rather than price alone. They request mandatory requirements for biodiversity protection, circular economy principles, and community ownership schemes in renewable energy tenders.123
How it helps them — This would shift auction outcomes toward projects meeting their environmental standards and increase community involvement.45
Who loses — Developers offering lowest-cost projects would lose competitive advantage to those meeting environmental criteria.6
Response to: Commission Recommendation and guidance to Member States on design elements of renewable energy auctions

Meeting with Joan Canton (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton)

27 Feb 2024 · Exchange on implementation of the chemicals strategy

Environmental groups demand nature protections in renewable energy planning

23 Feb 2024
Feedback on — EU guidance on designating renewables acceleration areas for wind and solar.
Their ask — The organization requests priority for wind and solar while excluding hydropower and biomass from fast-track permitting. They demand comprehensive environmental sensitivity mapping, stakeholder consultation, and exclusion of protected areas from acceleration zones.123
How it helps them — This would protect ecosystems they advocate for while maintaining influence over renewable deployment.45
Who loses — Energy developers lose faster permitting and face restricted site access in environmentally sensitive areas.67
Response to: Guidance to Member States on good practices and digital and mapping tools to facilitate the designation of renewables acceleration areas for wind and solar

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament)

21 Feb 2024 · Enforcement of environmental law

Meeting with Javi López (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

19 Feb 2024 · Revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives

Meeting with Peter Van Kemseke (Cabinet of President Ursula von der Leyen) and

16 Feb 2024 · European Green Deal

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and European Anglers Alliance

15 Feb 2024 · Water legislation

Meeting with Thomas Waitz (Member of the European Parliament) and WWF European Policy Programme

15 Feb 2024 · European Green Deal

Response to Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on a monitoring framework for resilient European forests

7 Feb 2024

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič) and

7 Feb 2024 · Implementation of EU Chemicals Strategy

Meeting with Jutta Paulus (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and ClientEarth AISBL

7 Feb 2024 · Air Quality Directive

Meeting with Elena Montani (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

7 Feb 2024 · Implementation of EU Chemicals Strategy

Meeting with Maroš Šefčovič (Executive Vice-President) and

30 Jan 2024 · Green Deal, 2040 climate target, strategic dialogue on the future of agriculture in the EU

Meeting with Maria Noichl (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion) and ClientEarth AISBL

25 Jan 2024 · Soil health

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.

25 Jan 2024 · packaging waste

Meeting with Sirpa Pietikäinen (Member of the European Parliament)

25 Jan 2024 · EU's chemical safety policies

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment)

25 Jan 2024 · Intervention at EEB workshop on the New European Pact for the Future (EGD 2)

Meeting with Jutta Paulus (Member of the European Parliament) and

23 Jan 2024 · REACH

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

18 Jan 2024 · Soil Health Law

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

16 Jan 2024 · Environmental Crime

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 of the European Parliament and of the Council on novel foods as regards the definition of ‘engineered nanomaterials’

12 Jan 2024

Meeting with Maroš Šefčovič (Executive Vice-President) and

9 Jan 2024 · Farm visit and roundtable with agri-food chain stakeholders

Environmental Bureau Demands Steel and Cement Benchmark Overhaul

20 Dec 2023
Feedback on — EU rules for free allocation of emission allowances under revised ETS.
Their ask — The organization demands benchmarks based on products instead of processes, consolidating steel-related benchmarks into one and cement benchmarks into one. They want removal of restrictions on using waste-derived materials in clinker benchmarks and inclusion of all supplementary cementitious materials.1234
How it helps them — This would incentivize circular steel production and low-clinker cement alternatives they advocate for.56
Who loses — Iron ore mining interests and conventional clinker producers lose advantages from current benchmarks.7
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/331 as regards transitional Union-wide rules for harmonised free allocation of emission allowances

Environmental groups demand stronger circular economy rules for vehicles

4 Dec 2023
Feedback on — EU regulation on vehicle circularity, recycling, and end-of-life management.
Their ask — The organization requests material footprint reduction targets for the automotive sector, stronger requirements for vehicle durability and repairability, and separate reuse and recycling targets. They argue the proposal fails to address the trend toward larger, resource-intensive vehicles and focuses too much on recycling over reuse.123
How it helps them — This would reduce the environmental impact of vehicle production and resource consumption.45
Who loses — Automotive manufacturers lose flexibility to produce larger vehicles and face higher compliance costs.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on circularity requirements for vehicle design and on management of end-of-life vehicles, amending Regulations (EU) 2018/858 and 2019/1020 and repealing Directives 2000/53/EC and 2005/64/EC

Meeting with Nils Torvalds (Member of the European Parliament)

22 Nov 2023 · Soil Monitoring Law

Environmental Bureau Demands 50% Food Waste Cut, Stricter Textile Rules

21 Nov 2023
Feedback on — Revision of EU Waste Framework Directive on waste management and reduction.
Their ask — The organization demands 50% food waste reduction by 2030 covering the entire supply chain from farm to fork, not just the proposed 10-30% targets. For textiles, they want separately collected textiles treated as waste until proven otherwise, faster EPR rollout with no exemptions for micro-enterprises, and binding targets for collection, reuse, and recycling. They also call for expansion to commercial, industrial, and construction waste.123456
How it helps them — This would align EU policy with their advocacy priorities and international commitments.78
Who loses — Fast fashion companies lose as volume-based EPR fees would penalize overproduction.910
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Directive 2008/98/EC on waste

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 Nov 2023 · Packaging Waste

Meeting with Malte Gallée (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

16 Nov 2023 · End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation

Meeting with Pascal Canfin (Member of the European Parliament) and

16 Nov 2023 · Green Deal

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

15 Nov 2023 · Soil Health Law

Meeting with Beatrice Covassi (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

15 Nov 2023 · Public Hearing - Soil Monitoring Law

Meeting with Nicola Danti (Member of the European Parliament)

14 Nov 2023 · Posizione su PPWR

Meeting with Manuela Ripa (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

14 Nov 2023 · Detergents Regulation

Meeting with Maroš Šefčovič (Executive Vice-President) and

7 Nov 2023 · Transition towards sustainable food systems

Meeting with Petros Kokkalis (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and ClientEarth AISBL

25 Oct 2023 · Green Claims

Meeting with Anna Deparnay-Grunenberg (Member of the European Parliament) and Nuclear Transparency Watch

25 Oct 2023 · Atomausstieg

Environmental groups demand binding targets for EU Soil Law

19 Oct 2023
Feedback on — Proposal for EU directive on soil monitoring, health assessment, and restoration.
Their ask — The European Environmental Bureau wants legally binding targets for achieving healthy soils by 2050, with intermediate milestones for 2030 and 2040. They request mandatory soil health plans, robust soil biodiversity monitoring, polluter-pays mechanisms, and minimum sustainable soil management practices. The proposal should set EU-wide pollution thresholds and strengthen provisions on land take.12345
How it helps them — This would create comprehensive EU-wide soil protection standards that environmental groups have advocated for decades.67
Who loses — Agricultural and industrial polluters would face higher compliance costs and liability for soil degradation.8
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on Soil Monitoring and Resilience (Soil Monitoring Law)

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment)

18 Oct 2023 · Environmental policies

Meeting with Pernille Weiss-Ehler (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

18 Oct 2023 · Directive on substantiation and communication of explicit environmental claims (Green Claims Directive)

Meeting with Maria Angela Danzì (Member of the European Parliament)

18 Oct 2023 · PPWR

Meeting with Heléne Fritzon (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

17 Oct 2023 · Möte med European Environmental Bureau (APA-level)

Meeting with César Luena (Member of the European Parliament)

13 Oct 2023 · PFAS campaign

Meeting with Christophe Grudler (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

12 Oct 2023 · NZIA

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

4 Oct 2023 · Net-Zero Industry Act (staff level)

Environmental Groups Push for Microplastic Warnings on Synthetic Clothing

28 Sept 2023
Feedback on — EU revision of textile labelling rules to introduce digital labels and sustainability information.
Their ask — The organization requests mandatory microplastic warnings on synthetic textiles and disclosure of harmful chemicals. They want production date marking to track overproduction and specific labelling identifying plastic fibres. They also demand information on manufacturing locations and worker conditions.1234
How it helps them — This would increase pressure on fashion brands to reduce synthetic fibre use and chemical content.567
Who loses — Fast fashion brands lose flexibility to obscure overproduction and chemical use in supply chains.89
Response to: Revision of Textile Labelling Regulation, harmonising physical and digital labelling and improving information conveyed to the consumer on textile and related products

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

28 Sept 2023 · Soil Health Law

Meeting with Patrizia Toia (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

12 Sept 2023 · PPWR (meeting held by the APA responsible)

Meeting with Nicola Danti (Member of the European Parliament)

12 Sept 2023 · Discussione in vista del voto su direttiva qualità dell'aria

Environmental Bureau urges faster fluorescent lamp export ban by 2025

8 Sept 2023
Feedback on — Revision of EU Mercury Regulation restricting dental amalgam and mercury-added products.
Their ask — The organization requests banning linear fluorescent lamp exports by 2025 instead of 2027, phasing out dental amalgam by January 2025, and adopting EU-wide emission limits for crematoria. They argue the delayed 2027 timeline allows 35% more mercury into the environment.12345
How it helps them — This would reduce mercury pollution from their advocacy targets and strengthen their toxic-free environment credentials.678
Who loses — EU lighting manufacturers lose export revenues earlier than under the delayed phase-out timeline.9
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Regulation (EU) 2017/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2017 on mercury as regards dental amalgam and other mercury-added products subject to manufacturing, import and export restrictions

Meeting with Martin Häusling (Member of the European Parliament)

7 Sept 2023 · Austausch zum Thema Soil Health Law

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

6 Sept 2023 · Net-Zero Industry Act (staff level)

Meeting with Esther De Lange (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

6 Sept 2023 · Economic Governance Review - APA

Meeting with Javi López (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

4 Sept 2023 · Revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives

Environmental groups demand tougher climate neutrality plans for polluting industries

1 Sept 2023
Feedback on — EU regulation on climate neutrality plans for industrial installations receiving free emissions allowances.
Their ask — The EEB wants climate neutrality plans to prioritize emissions reductions at source through energy efficiency, renewable fuel switches, and circular practices. Plans must align with EU Taxonomy rules and zero pollution goals. All plans and implementation reports should be publicly available in a searchable database.1234
How it helps them — This would increase public scrutiny of how polluting industries use taxpayer subsidies.56
Who loses — Heavy industries lose flexibility to choose cheaper options like carbon capture over emissions cuts.7
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... laying down rules for the application of Directive 2003/87/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the content and format of climate-neutrality plans needed for granting free allocation of emission allowances

Meeting with Matthias Ecke (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and

29 Aug 2023 · Net Zero Industry Act

Environmental groups demand EU ban on hazardous chemical exports

22 Jul 2023
Feedback on — EU proposal to prohibit production and export of banned hazardous chemicals to third countries.
Their ask — The organization requests a comprehensive export ban on all chemicals banned in the EU, implemented by amending the PIC Regulation. They want the ban to apply to all countries, not just non-OECD nations, and include all use categories. They also call for transition support for farmers in importing countries and corporate accountability measures.1234
How it helps them — This would align EU internal and external policies and strengthen their advocacy for global chemical regulation.56
Who loses — Chemical manufacturers lose profits from selling banned products to poorer countries with weaker regulations.78
Response to: Legislative initiative to ensure that hazardous chemicals banned in the European Union are not produced for export

Environmental groups urge stricter rules against greenwashing

17 Jul 2023
Feedback on — New EU directive on substantiating and communicating environmental claims to combat greenwashing.
Their ask — The EEB requests harmonised EU requirements for substantiating green claims, a ban on offsetting-based neutrality claims, and mandatory third-party verification before claims reach the market. They want all environmental labels to meet robust standards regardless of sector.123
How it helps them — This would reduce consumer confusion and strengthen market position of genuinely sustainable products.45
Who loses — Companies using weak self-assessment or offsetting lose ability to market products as green.67
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on substantiation and communication of explicit environmental claims (Green Claims Directive)

Meeting with Maria Arena (Member of the European Parliament)

14 Jul 2023 · Export of highly hazarodus pesticides/Export ban

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

11 Jul 2023 · EEB webinar on critical raw materials - Building Resiliency through Demand-Side Solutions: The Next Frontier in Critical Raw Materials

Meeting with Ernest Urtasun (Member of the European Parliament) and Climate Action Network Europe

4 Jul 2023 · Reform of EU fiscal rules

Meeting with Benoît Biteau (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Greenpeace European Unit

29 Jun 2023 · IED

Environmental groups demand 10% cut in EU raw materials use

28 Jun 2023
Feedback on — EU regulation establishing framework for secure and sustainable critical raw materials supply.
Their ask — The EEB calls for a 10% reduction in EU critical raw materials consumption by 2030, stronger circular economy measures prioritizing reuse over recycling, and mandatory human rights protections including indigenous peoples' free prior informed consent. They want strategic mining projects to require transparent community engagement and compliance with international environmental and human rights standards.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their environmental protection agenda and strengthen indigenous peoples' rights in EU resource policy.56
Who loses — Mining companies lose faster project approvals and face higher compliance costs from stricter environmental and social requirements.78
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing a framework for ensuring a secure and sustainable supply of critical raw materials and amending Regulations (EU) 168/2013, (EU) 2018/858, 2018/1724 and (EU) 2019/1020

Meeting with Malte Gallée (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

21 Jun 2023 · Stakeholder meeting on WFD revision

Meeting with Michal Wiezik (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

13 Jun 2023 · Industrial Emissions Directive

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

6 Jun 2023 · Water legislation

Meeting with Pascal Canfin (Member of the European Parliament) and

31 May 2023 · Green Deal

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Regulation (EU) 2017/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards mercury-added products subject to manufacturing, import and export prohibitions

26 May 2023

Meeting with Malin Björk (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and Swedish Society for Nature Conservation

26 May 2023 · Critical Raw Material

Response to Action plan on accelerating Heat Pump market and deployment

25 May 2023

Meeting with René Repasi (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and Bureau Européen des Unions de Consommateurs

25 May 2023 · Exchange of Views on the Right to Repair Directive/ Recht auf Reparatur Richtlinie (R2R) - Staff Level

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion) and

22 May 2023 · Net-Zero Industry Act Stakeholder Hearing

Meeting with Anna Cavazzini (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion)

8 May 2023 · STAFF LEVEL - Net Zero Industry Act

Environmental groups demand stricter EU sustainable investment rules

3 May 2023
Feedback on — EU technical criteria defining environmentally sustainable investments across four environmental objectives.
Their ask — The EEB demands substantial improvements to criteria for plastic packaging, buildings, biodiversity offsets, shipping, and aviation before formal adoption. They request reintroduction of postponed activities like textiles manufacturing and chemicals, and want criteria to go beyond mere legal compliance with measurable thresholds.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protections and reduce greenwashing in sustainable finance.45
Who loses — Industries like plastics, construction, aviation and shipping lose flexibility to label polluting activities as sustainable.67
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing the technical screening criteria for determining the conditions under which an economic activity qualifies as contributing substantially to the sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources, to the transition to a circular economy, to pollution prevention and control, or to the protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems and for determining whether that economic activity causes no significant harm to any of the other environmental objectives and amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2178 as regards specific public disclosures for those economic activities

Meeting with Margrete Auken (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and SURFRIDER FOUNDATION EUROPE

3 May 2023 · UWWTD

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and Zero Waste Europe

2 May 2023 · Circular economy and plastics, in particular proposal for the Packaging and packaging Waste Regulation

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Zero Waste Europe

28 Apr 2023 · Packaging Waste

Meeting with Margrete Auken (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and SURFRIDER FOUNDATION EUROPE

27 Apr 2023 · UWWTD

Meeting with Anja Hazekamp (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

26 Apr 2023 · Event EEA Policy Brief "How pesticide impact health and ecosystems in Europe"

Meeting with Maria Arena (Member of the European Parliament) and Bureau Européen des Unions de Consommateurs

26 Apr 2023 · CLP

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

25 Apr 2023 · Carbon Removals (Staff level)

Meeting with Silvia Modig (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion) and

19 Apr 2023 · Net Zero Industry Act (staff level)

Meeting with Damien Carême (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

18 Apr 2023 · Echanges de vues sur NZIA (Staff level)

Response to Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of Regions on Defending European Democracy

14 Apr 2023

Meeting with Nils Torvalds (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and SURFRIDER FOUNDATION EUROPE

13 Apr 2023 · Urban wastewater treatment

Meeting with Maria Arena (Member of the European Parliament)

3 Apr 2023 · (APA meeting) Soil Health Law

Meeting with Irène Tolleret (Member of the European Parliament)

3 Apr 2023 · Substances chimiques

Environmental groups oppose exempting solar panels from e-waste rules

31 Mar 2023
Feedback on — Proposal to exempt certain electrical products from waste collection requirements.
Their ask — The EEB opposes exempting photovoltaic panels and other products from proper collection under the WEEE Directive. They argue this wastes critical materials and contradicts EU efforts to reduce dependency on raw materials. They call for a holistic revision focused on ambitious collection and treatment rules.12
How it helps them — This would maximize recovery of valuable materials from electronics and solar panels.34
Who loses — Industry loses as maintaining collection obligations increases their compliance and recovery costs.5
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)

Meeting with Silvia Modig (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and

31 Mar 2023 · Net Zero Industry Act

Environmental groups urge swift CLP revision for toxic chemical controls

30 Mar 2023
Feedback on — Revision of EU regulation on hazard classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals.
Their ask — The EEB calls for urgent adoption of the revised CLP regulation during this Commission mandate. They request mandatory deadlines for classifying already-identified endocrine disruptors and persistent chemicals, faster Commission action on classifications, and explicit provisions promoting group approaches to chemical assessment.1234
How it helps them — This would accelerate protection against hazardous chemicals affecting public health and wildlife.56
Who loses — Chemical manufacturers face faster mandatory classification and stricter labelling requirements for their products.7
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures

Meeting with Patrizia Toia (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

30 Mar 2023 · Packaging

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament) and Bund für Umwelt und Naturschutz Deutschland e. V.

29 Mar 2023 · Integriertes Wassermanagement

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Zero Waste Europe

29 Mar 2023 · Packaging Waste

Meeting with Deirdre Clune (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

29 Mar 2023 · Stakeholder Consultation on Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive

Meeting with João Albuquerque (Member of the European Parliament)

28 Mar 2023 · Brasil - Preservação das florestas

Meeting with Anja Hazekamp (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Stichting Tegengif

23 Mar 2023 · REACH & PFAS

Meeting with Mohammed Chahim (Member of the European Parliament) and Stichting Tegengif

23 Mar 2023 · PFAS

Meeting with Philippe Lamberts (Member of the European Parliament)

23 Mar 2023 · Online cross-party debate on the EU Economic Governance reform

Meeting with César Luena (Member of the European Parliament)

22 Mar 2023 · REACH

Meeting with Maria Arena (Member of the European Parliament)

21 Mar 2023 · EEB Chemical Working Group

Meeting with Martin Hojsík (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

21 Mar 2023 · Chemical legislation, CLP, REACH

Meeting with Mohammed Chahim (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

21 Mar 2023 · IED

Meeting with Salvatore De Meo (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

20 Mar 2023 · PPWR

Meeting with Ville Niinistö (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

15 Mar 2023 · Water pollutants

Meeting with Florika Fink-Hooijer (Director-General Environment)

14 Mar 2023 · Exchange of views between EEB and DG ENV

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

14 Mar 2023 · Implementation of the EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and PFAS related measures

Environmental groups urge stronger water pollution protections beyond Commission proposal

13 Mar 2023
Feedback on — EU revision of water quality standards for chemical pollutants in surface and groundwater.
Their ask — The EEB welcomes adding 24 PFAS and pesticides to priority substance lists but demands the Commission maintain the 20-year phase-out deadline for hazardous substances. They want threshold values for substance groups rather than individual chemicals and oppose separating drinking water and non-drinking water standards. They also call for expanded effect-based monitoring and mandatory groundwater biodiversity indicators.1234
How it helps them — This would maintain pressure on polluters and accelerate removal of toxic substances from water.56
Who loses — Chemical producers and industrial polluters face stricter monitoring requirements and faster compliance timelines.78
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Directive 2000/60/EC establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy, Directive 2006/118/EC on the protection of groundwater against pollution and deterioration and Directive 2008/105/EC on environmental quality standards in the field of water policy

Environmental groups urge stronger wastewater pollution controls

13 Mar 2023
Feedback on — Recast of EU directive on urban wastewater treatment and pollution prevention.
Their ask — The organizations request legally binding targets for sewer overflows, expanded monitoring of micropollutants and microplastics, removal of exemptions from producer responsibility schemes, and requirements for decentralized wastewater solutions. They want broader chemical screenings beyond substance-by-substance approaches and stronger provisions ensuring access to sanitation for all.12345
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protection and expand their policy influence over wastewater regulations.67
Who loses — Pharmaceutical and cosmetic producers face higher costs from extended producer responsibility schemes.8
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL concerning urban wastewater treatment (recast)

Environmental groups reject EU carbon removal framework as greenwashing tool

9 Mar 2023
Feedback on — EU proposal to certify carbon removals from ecosystems and industrial solutions.
Their ask — The EEB demands the framework prioritize drastic emission reductions over offsetting, require positive biodiversity impacts rather than neutral ones, and exclude unsuitable activities like soil carbon sequestration and BECCS from certification. They insist emission reductions must not be certified as removals and that fundamental rules on liability, storage timelines, and monitoring be included in the basic act.1234
How it helps them — This would prevent corporate greenwashing and ensure climate action focuses on real emissions cuts.56
Who loses — Corporations lose ability to claim carbon neutrality without reducing actual emissions.7
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing a Union certification framework for carbon removals

Environmental Bureau Demands Stricter EU Packaging Waste Prevention Targets

9 Mar 2023
Feedback on — Revision of EU packaging and packaging waste regulations promoting circularity and waste reduction.
Their ask — The EEB requests more ambitious waste prevention targets, expanded reuse requirements, and stronger chemical restrictions. They argue the proposal's 5% reduction target by 2030 is insufficient and call for 15% reduction to reverse the last decade's packaging growth. They want reuse targets expanded beyond beverages to retail, cosmetics, and other sectors, with systems requiring deposit incentives.123
How it helps them — This would advance their environmental protection mission and circular economy advocacy goals.45
Who loses — Packaging industry faces higher compliance costs and operational restrictions from stricter requirements.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on packaging and packaging waste, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and Directive (EU) 2019/904, and repealing Directive 94/62/EC

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

9 Mar 2023 · Water legislation

Meeting with Annukka Ojala (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and WWF European Policy Programme

7 Mar 2023 · Sustainable Food Systems

Meeting with Tiemo Wölken (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

1 Mar 2023 · Austausch mit Environmental Defenders

Meeting with Heidi Hautala (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

28 Feb 2023 · Due Diligence (staff level)

Meeting with Margrete Auken (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

28 Feb 2023 · Recast of the UWWTD

Meeting with Lara Wolters (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

27 Feb 2023 · Meeting to discuss the Draft Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive

Meeting with Jan Huitema (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Environmental Coalition on Standards

23 Feb 2023 · Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation

Meeting with César Luena (Member of the European Parliament)

15 Feb 2023 · MEP Luena's team on SUR

Meeting with Nils Torvalds (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

14 Feb 2023 · Urban wastewater treatment

Meeting with Margrete Auken (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

10 Feb 2023 · Recast of the UWWTD

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

8 Feb 2023 · Textiles

Meeting with Mick Wallace (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

6 Feb 2023 · Carbon credit certification scheme

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Zero Waste Europe

3 Feb 2023 · packaging waste

Meeting with Clara Aguilera (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

1 Feb 2023 · Sustainable Use of Pesticides Regulation

Meeting with Michael Bloss (Member of the European Parliament)

24 Jan 2023 · Ambient Air Quality Directive und Luftreinheit

Meeting with Javi López (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

23 Jan 2023 · Revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

23 Jan 2023 · Water legislation

Meeting with Mohammed Chahim (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

19 Jan 2023 · IED

Meeting with Marina Mesure (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion) and Clean Clothes Campaign / Stichting Schone Kleren Kampagne

17 Jan 2023 · Textile

Meeting with Pär Holmgren (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and

11 Jan 2023 · EU Textile Strategy (staff level)

Meeting with Antonius Manders (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and Stichting BirdLife Europe

11 Jan 2023 · Environmental crime

Environmental groups demand stronger polluter pays enforcement across EU

9 Dec 2022
Feedback on — EU fitness check on how the Polluter Pays Principle is applied to environment policy.
Their ask — The EEB calls for full internalisation of environmental costs, legal recourse for compensation, and stricter enforcement. They want the polluter pays principle to cover all pollution and resource use, not just energy and transport. The organization seeks punitive fees for hazardous substances and elimination of exemptions that prevent polluters from bearing full costs.123
How it helps them — This would increase funding for environmental monitoring and remediation through polluter fees.4
Who loses — Industry loses through higher compliance costs and reduced ability to use exemptions and derogations.56
Response to: Fitness check of how the Polluter Pays Principle is applied to the environment

Meeting with Joan Canton (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton) and Chemicals, Health and Environment Monitoring Trust

2 Dec 2022 · Implementation of the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and the REACH revision

Environmental groups demand EU cut raw materials demand before mining expansion

18 Nov 2022
Feedback on — EU regulation on securing critical raw materials supply for green and digital transitions.
Their ask — The organizations demand the EU prioritize demand reduction and circularity over primary extraction, establish an EU-wide material footprint reduction target, and set binding recycling targets. They want no-go zones for mining in protected areas and stricter environmental enforcement. At least 30% of strategic projects must focus on secondary raw materials like recycling plants.12345
How it helps them — This would reduce environmental damage from mining and strengthen their advocacy for circular economy policies.67
Who loses — Mining companies lose access to protected areas and face stricter environmental compliance requirements.89
Response to: European Critical Raw Materials Act

Meeting with Kerstin Jorna (Director-General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs)

16 Nov 2022 · On the side of the EU Raw Materials week High Level Conference, the parties met to discuss the concerns of environmental NGOs on raw materials projects and their feedback on the Raw Materials Act.

Meeting with Michal Wiezik (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

15 Nov 2022 · Industrial Emissions Directive

Meeting with Petros Kokkalis (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

15 Nov 2022 · Ambient Air Quality directives recast

Meeting with Eszter Batta (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton), Joan Canton (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton) and Friends of the Earth Europe

15 Nov 2022 · Preparation of the critical raw materials act

Meeting with Sirpa Pietikäinen (Member of the European Parliament) and

10 Nov 2022 · Nature Restoration Law (NRL

Environmental groups demand binding repair and reuse targets for e-waste

2 Nov 2022
Feedback on — Review of EU rules on collection and treatment of electronic waste.
Their ask — The organization calls for binding targets for reuse and repair instead of current collection targets, mandatory financing of repair activities through producer schemes, and stricter producer obligations including nationwide take-back networks. They want the directive converted to a regulation for faster implementation.1234
How it helps them — This would reduce environmental damage from electronics and boost circular economy activities.56
Who loses — Producers face higher compliance costs and online platforms lose ability to evade take-back obligations.78
Response to: Evaluation of Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment

Meeting with Delara Burkhardt (Member of the European Parliament)

27 Oct 2022 · Circular Economy

Environmental Bureau Demands Stronger EU Chemical Hazard Classifications

18 Oct 2022
Feedback on — New EU regulation on classification and labeling of endocrine disruptors and persistent chemicals.
Their ask — The organization supports new hazard classes for endocrine disruptors and persistent chemicals but demands stricter science-based criteria. They want tougher cut-off values for mobile chemicals, inclusion of category 2 endocrine disruptors in toxicity assessments, and recognition of persistency as a standalone hazard class.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protection and accelerate restrictions on harmful chemicals in consumer products.45
Who loses — Industry faces higher compliance costs and faster restrictions on currently used chemicals.6
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as regards hazard classes and criteria for the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures

Meeting with Peter Liese (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

14 Oct 2022 · ETS

Meeting with Malte Gallée (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion) and

5 Oct 2022 · Empowering consumers for the green transition

Meeting with Michael Bloss (Member of the European Parliament) and

5 Oct 2022 · ETS

Meeting with Radan Kanev (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

30 Sept 2022 · IED

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to the energy labelling of smartphones and slate tablets

28 Sept 2022

Response to COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… laying down ecodesign requirements for mobile phones, cordless phones and slate tablets pursuant to Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and amending [add reference to the revised Ecodesign Regulation on standby, networked standby and off mode]

28 Sept 2022

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and ClientEarth AISBL

23 Sept 2022 · Meeting with NGOs upon the revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament)

13 Sept 2022 · Numérique durable

Meeting with Biljana Borzan (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

9 Sept 2022 · Empowering consumers for the green transition

Meeting with Anna Deparnay-Grunenberg (Member of the European Parliament) and

8 Sept 2022 · exchange on RED II

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

7 Sept 2022 · Ecodesign Regulation and Empowering consumers in the Green Transition

Environmental groups demand binding pesticide reduction rules

6 Sept 2022
Feedback on — EU regulation on sustainable use of plant protection products and pesticide reduction.
Their ask — The EEB demands the regulation eliminate flexibility allowing Member States to avoid compliance. They want clear definitions of integrated pest management based on agroecological principles, mandatory crop-specific rules, and stronger enforcement with penalties for non-compliance. The proposal must include EU pesticide taxes and comprehensive public information campaigns on health risks.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their mission to protect environment and health from pesticide risks.56
Who loses — Pesticide manufacturers and intensive farmers lose flexibility and face higher costs from taxes.7
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on the sustainable use of plant protection products and amending Regulation (EU) 2021/2115

Meeting with Caroline Roose (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion) and

1 Sept 2022 · Environmental Crime Directive (Protection of the environment through criminal law )

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

1 Sept 2022 · Environmental crimes

Response to Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on nature restoration

17 Aug 2022

Environmental Bureau Warns Against Weakening Nature Protections for Renewables

27 Jul 2022
Feedback on — EU proposal to streamline permitting procedures for renewable energy projects.
Their ask — The organization requests robust spatial planning and sensitivity mapping for renewable 'go-to areas' while maintaining existing environmental safeguards. They oppose blanket exemptions from Environmental Impact Assessments and appropriate assessments under the Habitats directive. They demand case-by-case assessment of overriding public interest rather than blanket presumptions for renewable projects.123
How it helps them — This would preserve their influence over renewable energy siting decisions and maintain environmental litigation opportunities.45
Who loses — Renewable energy developers face continued delays and uncertainty from complex assessment requirements.6
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Directive (EU) 2018/2001 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources, Directive 2010/31/EU on the energy performance of buildings and Directive 2012/27/EU on energy efficiency

Response to Commission Early Warning Report on Waste

25 Jul 2022

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament)

19 Jul 2022 · Industrial Emissions Directive

Meeting with David Cormand (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

14 Jul 2022 · Ecodesign Regulation and Empowering consumers in the Green Transition

Meeting with Sarah Wiener (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

13 Jul 2022 · staff only: Discussion on the Harmonised Risk Indicator 1 (SUR proposal)

Response to Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Regulation (EU) 305/2011

12 Jul 2022

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

8 Jul 2022 · Implementation of the EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and REACH revision

Meeting with Carmen Preising (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and Naturschutzbund Deutschland e.V.

7 Jul 2022 · Enforcement of existing EU (environmental) law

Meeting with Michal Wiezik (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

4 Jul 2022 · Industrial Emissions Directive

Meeting with Milan Brglez (Member of the European Parliament)

29 Jun 2022 · Carbon Removal Certification

Environmental groups demand expanded pollutant tracking in EU industrial portal

27 Jun 2022
Feedback on — New EU regulation on industrial emissions reporting and establishing an Industrial Emissions Portal.
Their ask — The EEB urges immediate expansion of monitored pollutants from 91 to at least 126, inclusion of permit conditions in the portal for benchmarking, and harmonized electronic reporting to integrate IED permit data with pollution releases. They want the portal to function as a compliance tool with traffic-light labeling showing facility performance against standards.123
How it helps them — This would enable cross-country benchmarking and overcome language barriers limiting pollution data access.45
Who loses — Industrial operators lose opacity that currently shields poor environmental performance from public scrutiny.67
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on reporting of environmental data from industrial installations and establishing an Industrial Emissions Portal

Environmental groups urge stricter EU industrial emissions rules

23 Jun 2022
Feedback on — Revision of EU directive on industrial emissions and pollution reporting standards.
Their ask — Environmental organizations demand mandatory decarbonization provisions, stricter emission limits based on best available techniques, and elimination of loopholes allowing weaker standards. They call for deletion of exemptions for installations covered by emissions trading and strengthened public participation rights.123
How it helps them — This would advance their zero-pollution agenda and strengthen environmental protection standards across EU industry.45
Who loses — Industrial operators face higher compliance costs and stricter operational constraints under proposed changes.67
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL amending Directive 2010/75/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 November 2010 on industrial emissions (integrated pollution prevention and control) and Council Directive 1999/31/EC of 26 April 1999 on the landfill of waste

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

22 Jun 2022 · Ecodesign Regulation

Meeting with Romana Jerković (Member of the European Parliament) and Plastics Europe

22 Jun 2022 · Sustainable carbon cycles as a shadow rapporteur for the (2022/2053(INI)) report Sustainable carbon cycles

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Directive (EU) 2018/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing a Union methodology setting out detailed rules for the production of renewable liquid and gaseous transport fuels of non-biological origin

17 Jun 2022

Response to Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing a framework for setting ecodesign requirements for sustainable products and repealing Directive 2009/125/EC

17 Jun 2022

Meeting with Malte Gallée (Member of the European Parliament)

16 Jun 2022 · ESPR/SPI

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

2 Jun 2022 · Sustainable food systems and CAP

Meeting with Ville Niinistö (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and

2 Jun 2022 · LULUCF (staff level)

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament) and Ellen MacArthur Foundation

1 Jun 2022 · EU Textile Strategy (staff level)

Environmental groups demand binding circular economy targets

30 May 2022
Feedback on — EU revision of indicators measuring progress towards circular economy goals.
Their ask — The EEB calls for transforming the monitoring framework from a reporting tool to an action-triggering dashboard with binding targets. They want binding targets at EU and national levels on material footprint reduction, circular material use rate increase, waste generation decrease, and green public procurement uptake. They also urge including wellbeing indicators beyond GDP to better measure prosperity.123
How it helps them — This would create real market drivers for their preferred environmental solutions and policies.4
Who loses — Industries using carbon-intensive materials face new binding reduction requirements and compliance costs.5
Response to: Revision of the monitoring framework for the circular economy

Meeting with Nikolaj Villumsen (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

23 May 2022 · F-gases

Meeting with Michael Bloss (Member of the European Parliament) and

20 May 2022 · ETS

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

20 May 2022 · Environmental Crime

Meeting with Sara Matthieu (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur) and Plastics Europe

11 May 2022 · Waste Shipment Regulation

Response to Legislative proposal for an EU Framework for Forest Monitoring and Strategic Plans

6 May 2022

Meeting with Marcos Ros Sempere (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur for opinion)

4 May 2022 · Opinion Energy Performance for Buildings (recast)

Environmental NGO demands 50% cut in nutrient losses by 2030

26 Apr 2022
Feedback on — EU action plan to reduce nutrient pollution from agriculture, industry and households.
Their ask — The organization demands the EU maintain its commitment to reduce nutrient losses by at least 50% and fertilizer use by at least 20% by 2030. They call for a transition away from industrial animal farming towards extensive farming systems and reduced meat and dairy consumption. They also want stricter emission limits and polluter-pays principles applied to nutrient pollution.123
How it helps them — This would reduce environmental damage costs and advance their zero pollution agenda.45
Who loses — Industrial livestock farmers face transition costs and reduced production from extensive farming requirements.6
Response to: Integrated Nutrient Management Action Plan

Response to Guidance to Member States on good practices to accelerate permitting processes for renewable energy projects and on facilitating Power Purchase Agreements

12 Apr 2022

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament) and

7 Apr 2022 · EU Textile Strategy (staff level)

Environmental Bureau demands 40% embodied carbon cut by 2030

30 Mar 2022
Feedback on — EU revision of Energy Performance of Buildings Directive to accelerate renovation rates.
Their ask — The organization calls for mandatory Whole Life Carbon reporting for all new public and large buildings by 2024, with benchmarks and limits by 2028. They demand fossil fuel phase-out from heating systems by 2025 and integration of circular economy targets.123
How it helps them — This would reduce climate impact across building lifecycles beyond operational emissions alone.45
Who loses — Fossil fuel heating suppliers lose market access; construction industry faces stricter material requirements.67
Response to: Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on the energy performance of buildings (recast)

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

23 Mar 2022 · Views of group of civil society organisations regarding the EU strategy for sustainable textiles

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

22 Mar 2022 · Circular Economy and EU Strategy on Textiles

Meeting with Lucrezia Busa (Cabinet of Commissioner Didier Reynders) and

22 Mar 2022 · Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence

Meeting with Anja Hazekamp (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

16 Mar 2022 · SUR - pesticides

Response to Proposal for a DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on the protection of the environment through criminal law and replacing Directive 2008/99/EC

15 Mar 2022

Meeting with Giorgos Rossides (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides), Roberto Reig Rodrigo (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and

9 Mar 2022 · VTC meeting: Revision of the SUD Proposal

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

9 Mar 2022 · Environmental crimes

Meeting with Andrea Vettori (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

4 Mar 2022 · EU Nature Restoration Law preparations

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

4 Mar 2022 · EU Nature Restoration Law

Meeting with Andrea Vettori (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

3 Mar 2022 · Restrictions Roadmap and the CSS implementation

Meeting with Marie Toussaint (Member of the European Parliament)

2 Mar 2022 · Environmental defenders in Latin America

Meeting with Pascal Canfin (Member of the European Parliament) and

2 Mar 2022 · Green Deal

Meeting with Peter Liese (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur) and Germanwatch

1 Mar 2022 · ETS Revision

Environmental groups demand binding EU waste reduction targets

22 Feb 2022
Feedback on — Revision of the Waste Framework Directive to improve waste management practices.
Their ask — The EEB calls for ambitious mandatory waste reduction targets for municipal solid waste and specific waste streams like food, textiles, and packaging. They want binding targets for industrial and commercial waste, including hazardous waste. They also demand expanded EPR schemes that prioritize waste prevention and reuse over recycling.123
How it helps them — This would enforce their environmental priorities and pressure member states to comply.4
Who loses — Producers face higher costs from expanded EPR fees covering prevention and reuse.5
Response to: Review of Directive 2008/98/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on waste and repealing certain Directives

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans)

10 Feb 2022 · Reducing the use and risk of chemical pesticides

Meeting with Roberto Reig Rodrigo (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides)

10 Feb 2022 · VTC Meeting on the proposal of the revision of the Sustainable use of Pesticides directive.

Meeting with Joan Canton (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton) and

9 Feb 2022 · Circular economy and non-toxic plastics

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

9 Feb 2022 · Circular economy and non-toxic plastics

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament) and

3 Feb 2022 · EU Textile Strategy (staff level)

Response to Measures to reduce the release of microplastics in the environment

18 Jan 2022

Response to Evaluation of Directive 2004/35/CE of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 April 2004 on environmental liability with regard to the prevention and remedying of environmental damage (Environmental Liability Directive (ELD))

22 Dec 2021

Environmental groups urge tighter EU waste export controls

17 Dec 2021
Feedback on — EU regulation on waste shipments to support circular economy and reduce exports.
Their ask — The organization wants stricter conditions on waste exports to OECD countries, better alignment with waste hierarchy prioritizing recycling over energy recovery, and polluter-pays fees to follow products shipped for reuse. They argue current rules risk dumping and delegate EU's waste responsibility to other countries.123
How it helps them — This would prevent waste industry from exporting problems abroad and strengthen EU recycling markets.4
Who loses — Waste exporters lose flexibility to ship materials to OECD countries for energy recovery.5
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on shipments of waste and amending Regulations (EU) No 1257/2013 and (EU) No 2020/1056

Meeting with Janusz Wojciechowski (Commissioner) and

16 Dec 2021 · CAP Strategic Plans and the European Green Deal’s objectives

Meeting with Ralf Kuhne (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and

10 Dec 2021 · VTC meeting on Circular economy and non-toxic plastics

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (Executive Vice-President) and

10 Dec 2021 · European Green Deal and racial justice issues in climate, energy, transport and environment policies

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans)

8 Dec 2021 · Carbon farming

Meeting with Kadri Simson (Commissioner) and

3 Dec 2021 · Discussion on upcoming Hydrogen and Decarbonised Gas Markets Package (adoption foreseen for 14.12.2021)

Meeting with Stefano Grassi (Cabinet of Commissioner Kadri Simson) and

2 Dec 2021 · EPBD - Energy efficiency - Minimum Energy Performance Standards

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Regulation (EU) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the listing of pesticides, industrial chemicals, persistent organic pollutants and mercury and an update of customs codes

16 Nov 2021

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

8 Nov 2021 · Sustainable Corporate Governance

Meeting with Pär Holmgren (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur for opinion)

29 Oct 2021 · Effort Sharing Regulation (staff level)

Environmental groups demand radical overhaul of EU food system

26 Oct 2021
Feedback on — EU framework regulation for sustainable food systems mainstreaming sustainability across food policies.
Their ask — The organization demands a new horizontal umbrella law covering the entire food system. They want clear time-bound targets, including achieving land degradation neutrality by 2030 and bringing environmental footprint within planetary boundaries by 2040. They also seek bans on advertising unhealthy food and products not meeting EU standards.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their environmental mission and strengthen their policy advocacy position.56
Who loses — Food companies face stricter obligations, advertising bans, and higher compliance costs.78
Response to: Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing an EU framework for a Union sustainable food system

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament) and

25 Oct 2021 · Speaker: The EU Sustainable Textiles Strategy - How Do We Ensure Ambitious Climate Action Is Central to Upcoming Legislation?

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

13 Oct 2021 · Transparent and inclusive process of CAP plans

Response to Restoring a Sustainable Carbon Cycle Communication on the Carbon Removal Certification Initiative and the Carbon Farming Initiative

7 Oct 2021

Meeting with Manuel Bompard (Member of the European Parliament, Shadow rapporteur)

30 Sept 2021 · Échange de vue sur la révision du règlement LULUCF

Meeting with Seán Kelly (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

22 Sept 2021 · Implementation of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius)

13 Sept 2021 · A gender-transformative European Green Deal

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (Executive Vice-President) and

7 Sept 2021 · state of play on just transition planning in coal regions in Europe

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in High Pressure Sodium (vapour) lamps with improved colour rendering index for general lighting purposes

26 Jul 2021

Meeting with Ville Niinistö (Member of the European Parliament, Rapporteur)

22 Jul 2021 · LULUCF (staff level)

Meeting with Annukka Ojala (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides), Roberto Reig Rodrigo (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and

22 Jul 2021 · VTC meeting on Framework legislation for sustainable food systems

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purpose of adapting to technical and scientific progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in single capped (compact) fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes

21 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… amending Annexes VI to X to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

16 Jul 2021

Environmental groups demand immediate mercury lamp ban

16 Jul 2021
Feedback on — EU proposal to phase out mercury-containing fluorescent lamps under RoHS directive.
Their ask — Environmental NGOs urge the Commission to revoke exemptions for all linear fluorescent lamps with a 12-month transition period, rather than the proposed 18 months for T5 and T8 lamps. They argue LED replacements are widely available with 91-93% compatibility, and delays cost €16.8 million daily in lost efficiency savings.12345
How it helps them — This would eliminate mercury pollution from lighting and advance their toxic-free environment mandate.6789
Who loses — Lighting manufacturers lose revenue from selling older fluorescent lamp technology longer.10
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in double-capped linear fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purpose of adapting to technical and scientific progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in single capped (compact) fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes < 30 W with a lifetime equal to or above 20 000 h

16 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purpose of adapting to technical and scientific progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in single capped (compact) fluorescent lamps for special purposes

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for mercury in fluorescent lamps for other general lighting and special purposes

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in cold cathode fluorescent lamps and external electrode fluorescent lamps for special purposes

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in other low pressure discharge lamps

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in other High Pressure Sodium (vapour) lamps for general lighting purposes

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in metal halide lamps

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purposes of adapting to scientific and technical progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in other discharge lamps for special purposes

12 Jul 2021

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED DIRECTIVE (EU) .../… amending, for the purpose of adapting to technical and scientific progress, Annex III to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards an exemption for the use of mercury in non-linear tri-band phosphor lamps

12 Jul 2021

Meeting with Alice Kuhnke (Member of the European Parliament) and Reuse and Recycling European Union Social Enterprises

12 Jul 2021 · Civil Society Shadow Strategy for Fair and Sustainable Textiles (staff level)

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans)

6 Jul 2021 · Agriculture in the Fit for 55 package

Meeting with Virginijus Sinkevičius (Commissioner) and

2 Jul 2021 · To mark the engagement of 104,000 citizens in the EU Open Public Consultation for an EU Nature Restoration Law and to shortly discuss some issues related to biodiversity and the nature restoration law.

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

24 Jun 2021 · Discussions on the implementation of the chemicals strategy for sustainability.

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

10 Jun 2021 · Roundtable of the Clean Hydrogen Alliance: 3rd meeting of the co-chairs

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

8 Jun 2021 · Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability and restriction roadmap

Environmental Groups Push for Stricter EU Chemical Hazard Rules

1 Jun 2021
Feedback on — Revision of EU regulation on classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances.
Their ask — The organization demands new hazard classes for endocrine disruptors and persistent chemicals, faster classification processes, and elimination of political considerations from hazard decisions. They want authorities empowered to act without industry input on economic impacts.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protection standards and reduce chemical exposures for their constituents.4
Who loses — Chemical manufacturers lose influence over classification decisions and face higher compliance burdens.56
Response to: Revision of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45 EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (CLP Regulation)

Environmental groups demand tougher chemical rules, industry burden

1 Jun 2021
Feedback on — Revision of EU REACH regulation governing registration and control of chemicals.
Their ask — The EEB demands stricter enforcement of chemical safety requirements, faster risk assessments, and shifting compliance costs to companies. They want mandatory registration of all polymers, broader restrictions on hazardous substances, and elimination of derogations for non-essential uses. The organization rejects concerns about regulatory burden on industry, arguing hazardous chemical use must be costly to drive substitution.1234
How it helps them — This would reduce exposure of people and environment to toxic chemicals.56
Who loses — Chemical manufacturers face higher compliance costs and potential market access restrictions.78
Response to: Revision of the Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

1 Jun 2021 · Restoration law

Meeting with Aleksandra Tomczak (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans), Antoine Colombani (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and Greenpeace European Unit

31 May 2021 · State aid and coal in Romania

Meeting with Jorge Pinto Antunes (Cabinet of Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski) and Global Witness

21 May 2021 · Renewable Energy Directive / "Fit for 55" package

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

19 May 2021 · Clean Hydrogen Alliance; Hydrogen Strategy

Response to Proposal for a Council Recommendation on education for environmental sustainability

11 May 2021

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

5 May 2021 · Implementation of the chemicals strategy for sustainability

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

28 Apr 2021 · Exchange on the preparation of the update of the industrial strategy.

Environmental Groups Warn EU Rules Threaten Local Composting

23 Apr 2021
Feedback on — Authorization of fertilizers and products for use in organic farming production.
Their ask — The EEB requests that compliance with relevant national legislation be accepted, not just EU-wide regulations. They argue requiring EU Fertilising Products Regulation compliance will disrupt small composting plants and prevent local organic farmers from accessing compost. Community composting projects would be unable to supply local organic producers.123
How it helps them — This would protect small composting operations from disproportionate testing costs and preserve local circular economy models.45
Who loses — Proponents of EU-wide standards lose harmonized quality controls across member states.
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... authorising certain products and substances for use in organic production and establishing their lists

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

23 Apr 2021 · Discussion on CAP

Meeting with Joan Canton (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton) and

19 Apr 2021 · Industrial Strategy

Meeting with Andrea Beltramello (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis), Mirzha De Manuel (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis) and

8 Apr 2021 · Recovery and resilience plans

Environmental groups demand EU mercury phaseout by 2025

2 Apr 2021
Feedback on — Revision of EU regulation on mercury restrictions in products and emissions.
Their ask — The organization calls for phasing out dental amalgam by 2025, banning manufacture and export of mercury products not allowed in the EU, and setting strict emission limits for coal plants. They argue these measures are necessary to protect children's brain development and achieve zero pollution goals.123
How it helps them — This would advance their zero pollution agenda and prevent mercury exposure harms.45
Who loses — Coal plants and dental industries face higher compliance costs and product restrictions.67
Response to: Revision of Regulation (EU) 2017/852 on mercury, and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1102/2008

European Environmental Bureau demands total building decarbonisation including embodied emissions

19 Mar 2021
Feedback on — Revision of EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive to double renovation rates by 2030.
Their ask — The organization demands increasing renovation rates to 3% annually and targeting total building decarbonisation including embodied emissions. They want binding minimum energy performance requirements and swift elimination of fossil fuels for heating. They also call for whole lifecycle carbon measurements and mandatory requirements to reuse and recycle construction materials.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their broader environmental agenda and climate objectives for 2050.56
Who loses — Fossil fuel heating suppliers lose their market as heating decarbonisation is accelerated.78
Response to: Proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending the Directive 2010/31/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 May 2010 on the energy performance of buildings (as amended by Directive (EU) 2018/844/EU of 30 May 2018)

Environmental groups urge stronger battery regulation standards

1 Mar 2021
Feedback on — EU proposal to regulate batteries' entire lifecycle from production to recycling.
Their ask — The EEB calls for stronger eco-design requirements ensuring durability, replaceability and reparability. They want tightened definitions to prevent batteries escaping scope, independent verification of carbon footprint declarations, and flexibility for higher collection and recycling targets. They demand effective phase-down of disposable batteries and ethical sourcing requirements expanded to include copper.12345
How it helps them — This would advance their circular economy agenda and climate goals.6
Who loses — Battery manufacturers face stricter design requirements and higher compliance costs.7
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL concerning batteries and waste batteries, repealing Directive 2006/66/EC and amending Regulation (EU) No 2019/1020

Environmental Groups Demand Stricter EU Wildlife Trade Controls

24 Feb 2021
Feedback on — EU regulation updates on wildlife trade and ivory restrictions under CITES convention.
Their ask — The organization requests creation of a positive list defining which limited wildlife species can be traded in the EU. They demand increased funding for awareness campaigns targeting communities that demand illegal wildlife products and capacity building workshops for enforcement agencies across all Member States.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen their advocacy role and secure funding for their awareness campaigns.456
Who loses — Wildlife traders and ivory dealers lose market access and commercial opportunities.78
Response to: COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… amending Council Regulation (EC) No 338/97 on the protection of species of wild fauna and flora by regulating trade therein and Commission Regulation (EC) No 865/2006 laying down detailed rules concerning the implementation of Council Regulation (EC) No 338/97

Environmental groups demand textile industry overhaul to cut virgin resource use

2 Feb 2021
Feedback on — EU strategy for sustainable and circular textiles to reduce environmental impact.
Their ask — The organization calls for mandatory requirements to deny market access to unsustainable textile products, absolute reduction in virgin resource use, and strict chemical restrictions. They urge the Commission to set targets for reducing primary raw materials and chemicals, require human rights and environmental due diligence, and establish extended producer responsibility schemes with eco-modulated fees covering the full value chain.1234
How it helps them — This would align industry practices with environmental priorities and strengthen their advocacy position.5
Who loses — Fast fashion retailers lose by facing higher compliance costs and restricted market access.67
Response to: EU strategy for textiles

Meeting with Annukka Ojala (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and

20 Jan 2021 · VC Meeting - Discussion on minimum sustainability criteria for public procurement.

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

20 Jan 2021 · Discussion on minimum sustainability criteria for public procurement

Environmental groups demand stricter EU air quality standards aligned with WHO

14 Jan 2021
Feedback on — Revision of EU air quality standards to better protect health and environment.
Their ask — The EEB urges full alignment with forthcoming WHO air quality guidelines and binding limit values as the primary instrument. They want ambitious timelines, stronger monitoring requirements, and provisions on penalties and access to justice.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen their ability to enforce air quality protections through legal action.56
Who loses — Polluting industries face higher compliance costs and stricter enforcement through new penalties.7
Response to: Revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives 2008/50/EC and 2004/107/EC

Meeting with Virginijus Sinkevičius (Commissioner) and

12 Jan 2021 · To discuss the implementation of the Biodiversity strategy, the actions under the zero-pollution ambition as well as green funding under the new MFF and the recovery funds.

Environmental groups demand accountability mechanisms in EU climate programme

21 Dec 2020
Feedback on — EU's 8th Environment Action Programme setting environmental policy framework to 2030.
Their ask — The organization wants stronger monitoring and accountability mechanisms. They request a mid-term evaluation in 2024 and policy response mechanisms triggered by insufficient progress. They emphasize that monitoring cannot only provide information without consequences.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen their influence over EU environmental policy direction and implementation.45
Who loses — Polluting industries face stricter enforcement and potential penalties under the polluter-pays principle.6
Response to: Proposal for a DECISION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on a General Union Environment Action Programme to 2030

Right to Repair Campaign Demands Open Spare Parts Markets

18 Dec 2020
Feedback on — Review of EU design protection rules affecting spare parts availability and pricing.
Their ask — The campaign requests measures to ensure an open competitive market for affordable spare parts and to address barriers like software locks and Digital Rights Management. They argue that aftermarket spare parts can cost less than 10% of original equipment manufacturer prices, making this price difference decisive for repair viability.123
How it helps them — This would enable a thriving repair economy by making repairs economically viable.45
Who loses — Original manufacturers lose control over lucrative aftermarket spare parts sales.67
Response to: Proposal for the amendment of COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) No 6/2002 of 12 December 2001 on Community designs

European Environmental Bureau demands stricter green building standards

18 Dec 2020
Feedback on — EU taxonomy classifying environmentally sustainable economic activities for climate objectives.
Their ask — The organization requests removal of certain activities, improved criteria for bioenergy and forestry, and stricter standards for building renovations. They demand building renovations achieve 60% energy savings instead of 30%, prohibit construction in protected areas, and require 80% recycling of construction waste. They also call for stronger industrial emissions standards beyond current legal requirements.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protections and ensure investments support genuinely sustainable activities.45
Who loses — Construction and real estate industries lose flexibility to build in sensitive areas and cheaper renovation options.6
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council by establishing the technical screening criteria for determining the conditions under which an economic activity qualifies as contributing substantially to climate change mitigation or climate change adaptation and for determining whether that economic activity causes no significant harm to any of the other environmental objectives

European Environmental Bureau demands EU fix flawed access to justice

10 Dec 2020
Feedback on — Amendment of EU rules implementing the Aarhus Convention on environmental justice.
Their ask — The EEB urges co-legislators to remove restrictions that exclude most EU environmental decisions from review. They want deletion of limitations around national implementing measures, external effects, and state aid decisions. The organization argues the Commission proposal fails to ensure NGOs can challenge EU acts that breach environmental law.123
How it helps them — This would enable them to challenge EU decisions harming the environment without costly national court battles.45
Who loses — Industries benefiting from weak environmental enforcement lose their regulatory shield from scrutiny.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on amending Regulation (EC) No 1367/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 September 2006 on the application of the provisions of the Aarhus Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters to Community institutions and bodies

Response to Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council and the European Economic And Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions on an EU Forest Strategy

4 Dec 2020

Environmental groups demand binding 15% restoration targets by 2030

2 Dec 2020
Feedback on — EU proposal for legally binding nature restoration targets under 2030 Biodiversity Strategy.
Their ask — The EEB supports legally binding restoration targets requiring Member States to restore 15% of EU land and sea by 2030, with additional targets for free-flowing rivers. They demand the law go beyond existing Directives, cover areas inside and outside Natura 2000, and require Member States to draft restoration plans with clear deadlines. The legislation should create an EU obligation to co-fund restoration and require Member States to match plans with investment from EU, national and private sources.123
How it helps them — This would advance their mission to reverse biodiversity loss across Europe's ecosystems.4
Who loses — Industries relying on intensive land use face restrictions through changed management requirements.5
Response to: 2030 Biodiversity Strategy – Proposal for setting legally binding EU nature restoration targets

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius)

27 Nov 2020 · to discuss the mercury relevant policy work

Environmental groups demand €100/ton carbon price and end to free allowances

26 Nov 2020
Feedback on — EU consultation on strengthening emissions trading system to achieve 55% reduction by 2030.
Their ask — The organization demands a carbon price of at least €100/ton by 2030, elimination of free allowances for industry, and extension of ETS to maritime transport and waste incineration. They want 100% of auction revenues reinvested in climate action.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their climate goals by forcing polluters to pay full costs.56
Who loses — Energy-intensive industries lose billions in free allowances and face dramatically higher compliance costs.7
Response to: Proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2003/87/EC to contribute to delivering economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions reductions as part of the European Green Deal by enhancing cost-effective emission reductions and low-carbon investments, and ensuring that other sectors, such as shipping contribute to the emissions reductions needed to move to climate neutrality

Meeting with Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

24 Nov 2020 · Discussion on CAP

Meeting with Wolfgang Burtscher (Director-General Agriculture and Rural Development) and

20 Nov 2020 · Green architecture CAP

Environmental groups demand overhaul of EU vehicle waste rules

19 Nov 2020
Feedback on — Review of EU Directive on end-of-life vehicles to improve recycling and circularity.
Their ask — The EEB calls for a complete overhaul of the ELV Directive through wide-ranging measures to transform the resource-intensive sector toward circularity. They want binding requirements for non-destructive disassembly before shredding, transparent recycling calculation methods across all Member States, and greater attention to vehicle design influencing full life-cycle impacts.1234
How it helps them — This would shift automotive production toward circular economy principles and environmental priorities.56
Who loses — Car manufacturers face stricter design requirements and compliance costs for dismantling and recycling.7
Response to: Review of Directive 2000/53/EC on end-of-life vehicles

Environmental NGOs Push for Mandatory Sustainability Standards Across All EU Products

16 Nov 2020
Feedback on — EU initiative to make products more durable, repairable, and resource-efficient.
Their ask — The organization wants ecodesign extended beyond energy products with mandatory horizontal requirements for all products, including information transparency, hazardous substance restrictions, bans on planned obsolescence and destruction of unsold goods, and mandatory extended producer responsibility. They advocate for vertical requirements on priority sectors like electronics, textiles, and furniture, with performance thresholds becoming legally binding rather than voluntary.123
How it helps them — This would advance their mission to protect the environment by establishing binding sustainability requirements.45
Who loses — Manufacturers face higher compliance costs and restrictions on current production practices and business models.6
Response to: Sustainable Products Policy Legislative Initiative

European Environmental Bureau demands zero-tolerance pollution approach by 2030

29 Oct 2020
Feedback on — EU Action Plan to achieve zero pollution for air, water and soil.
Their ask — EEB demands legally binding restoration targets, reduction of chemical use by 50%, and alignment of air quality standards with WHO recommendations. They call for an independent scientific body to ensure swift consideration of latest evidence and full implementation of polluter-pays principle.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen their advocacy position and create systematic requirements aligned with their environmental protection goals.56
Who loses — Industrial polluters lose flexibility as they face stricter standards and must pay full pollution costs.789
Response to: EU Action Plan Towards a Zero Pollution Ambition for air, water and soil

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (Executive Vice-President) and

27 Oct 2020 · Business and investor support for higher ambition and the just transition

Environmental groups demand overhaul of EU pollution reporting system

22 Oct 2020
Feedback on — Review of the European Pollutant Release and Transfer Register tracking industrial emissions.
Their ask — The organization calls for fundamental overhaul of pollution reporting, including real-time data reporting by operators, expanded coverage of pollutants and sectors, and information on resource consumption and chemicals use. They want reporting to focus on environmental impact versus public service provided, and removal of reporting thresholds for hazardous substances.1234
How it helps them — This would enable effective public participation in environmental decision-making and tracking of pollution hotspots.56
Who loses — Industrial operators face increased reporting burdens and greater transparency on resource use and emissions.7
Response to: Revision of Regulation 166/2006 establishing the European Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (E-PRTR)

Meeting with Marius Vascega (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius)

19 Oct 2020 · Virtual conference and panel organized by EEB, NL Permanent Representation to the EU and Sustainable Public Affairs; EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Pascal Canfin (Member of the European Parliament) and

15 Oct 2020 · CAP

Meeting with Janusz Wojciechowski (Commissioner) and

13 Oct 2020 · CAP reform and Farm to Fork Strategy.

Meeting with Frauke Hoss (Cabinet of Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič) and

9 Oct 2020 · EU sustainable chemicals strategy

Meeting with Alina-Stefania Ujupan (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager), Nele Eichhorn (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager) and

7 Oct 2020 · Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Roberto Reig Rodrigo (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides) and

15 Sept 2020 · VC meeting on Chemicals strategy

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

15 Sept 2020 · To discuss the European Green Deal and the EU chemicals policy, including Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

15 Sept 2020 · European Green Deal and the EU chemicals policy, including Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Gaelle Garnier (Cabinet of Commissioner Thierry Breton) and

8 Sept 2020 · Clean Hydrogen Alliance launch

Environmental Bureau: Remove Unsustainable Products from EU Market

1 Sept 2020
Feedback on — EU directive on consumer information to support green transition and combat greenwashing.
Their ask — The organization urges the EU to focus on removing unsustainable products from the market rather than just providing better information. They want a white list of credible environmental labels, blacklisting of misleading green claims, and horizontal requirements for product durability and repairability across all product groups.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental standards and increase the influence of civil society groups in certification processes.45
Who loses — Industry loses flexibility to use marketing claims and faces stricter product requirements and certification standards.67
Response to: Proposal for a Directive on the provision of information to facilitate consumers’ active participation in the green transition

Environmental groups demand stricter rules for green product claims

31 Aug 2020
Feedback on — EU regulation requiring companies to substantiate environmental claims using standardized footprint methods.
Their ask — The EEB supports Policy Option 3 but insists companies only make claims about performance that differentiates them from competitors and exceeds market averages. Claims must address the entire supply chain and avoid hiding negative impacts through burden shifting.123
How it helps them — This would reduce competition from unsubstantiated green claims and strengthen ISO Type 1 ecolabels they endorse.45
Who loses — Companies making green claims below market average or addressing only limited supply chain stages lose marketing advantages.67
Response to: Proposal for a Regulation on substantiating environmental claims using the Product/Organisation Environmental Footprint methods (green claims)

Response to Review of the Construction Products Regulation

13 Aug 2020

Environmental groups demand immediate binding methane cuts from agriculture

4 Aug 2020
Feedback on — EU strategy to reduce methane emissions from energy, waste, and agriculture sectors.
Their ask — The EEB demands immediate binding regulations to reduce agricultural methane emissions, targeting large livestock farms as 'super-emitters'. They call for ending CAP subsidies for intensive livestock and supporting transition to extensive, agroecological farming with reduced meat and dairy consumption.123
How it helps them — This would advance their climate and air quality objectives while reducing health impacts from pollution.4
Who loses — Intensive livestock farmers lose CAP subsidies and face new compliance costs from mandatory emissions reductions.56
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions - An EU strategy to reduce methane emissions

Meeting with Virginijus Sinkevičius (Commissioner) and

23 Jul 2020 · To discuss the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, especially with relation with endocrine disruptors.

Meeting with Jorge Pinto Antunes (Cabinet of Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski)

15 Jul 2020 · Methane strategy - agricultural dimension.

Response to Proposal for a Regulation (or a Directive) of the European Parliament and of the Council on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC

7 Jul 2020

Response to Communication from the Commission on the European Green Deal Strategy on Adaptation to Climate Change

30 Jun 2020

Environmental groups demand sweeping overhaul of EU chemicals regulation

19 Jun 2020
Feedback on — EU consultation on strategy to achieve toxic-free environment and sustainable chemicals management.
Their ask — Organizations demand rapid phase-out of dangerous chemicals across all legislation, expanded protections for vulnerable groups, and mandatory disclosure of substances in products. They call for an overarching 2030 chemicals strategy with clear action plan and timelines that effectively reduces exposure to chemicals of concern.123
How it helps them — This would protect their organizational mission of environmental and public health advocacy.45
Who loses — Chemical industry loses flexibility and faces higher compliance costs from stricter regulations.67
Response to: Chemicals strategy for sustainability

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (Executive Vice-President) and

16 Jun 2020 · European Green Deal, new circular economy action plan and the circular plastics economy

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

10 Jun 2020 · Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Meeting with Camilla Bursi (Cabinet of Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius) and

10 Jun 2020 · VC meeting to discuss Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

Response to Commission Communication – "Renovation wave" initiative for the building sector, with accompanying Staff Working Document

5 Jun 2020

Response to Communication on a EU hydrogen strategy

5 Jun 2020

Meeting with Stella Kyriakides (Commissioner) and

5 Jun 2020 · VC Meeting - Farm to Fork

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

3 Jun 2020 · Chemicals Strategy

Environmental groups demand strengthened EU Climate Law with binding targets

1 May 2020
Feedback on — EU regulation establishing framework for achieving climate neutrality by 2050.
Their ask — The organization demands legally binding climate neutrality targets for each Member State, an increased 2030 emissions reduction target of at least 65%, and immediate concrete measures rather than deferring action until 2025. They want natural carbon sinks prioritized over technological solutions and full accounting of embedded emissions from production and imports.1234
How it helps them — This would create stronger legal mechanisms to hold Member States accountable for climate action.56
Who loses — Fossil fuel industries and energy-intensive sectors lose subsidies and face higher carbon costs.78
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing the framework for achieving climate neutrality and amending Regulation (EU) 2018/1999 (European Climate Law)

Meeting with Valdis Dombrovskis (Executive Vice-President) and

24 Apr 2020 · Economic recovery, sustainable finance taxonomy, EIB energy lending policy, Just Transition Mechanism, Industrial Strategy, Integrating SDGs in the European Semester

Environmental groups demand nuclear and fossil fuels excluded from EU Taxonomy

23 Apr 2020
Feedback on — EU framework classifying environmentally sustainable economic activities for investment purposes.
Their ask — The organization demands exclusion of nuclear power, fossil fuels, and waste incineration from the Taxonomy. They argue nuclear waste lacks safe long-term solutions and violates the 'do not significant harm principle'. They also want biofuels, livestock activities, and certain hydropower excluded or tightened, with vehicle emissions thresholds set at 0g CO2/km.1234
How it helps them — This would redirect investment away from nuclear and fossil fuels toward renewable energy technologies.56
Who loses — Nuclear industry and fossil fuel companies lose access to sustainable finance classification and investment.78
Response to: Commission Delegated Regulation with regard to the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment

Environmental groups demand stricter EU industrial pollution rules

20 Apr 2020
Feedback on — Revision of EU Directive on industrial emissions to support zero pollution goals.
Their ask — The EEB requests transforming the IED into a binding EU Regulation to restrict flexibility abused by industry and Member States. They demand a new approach defining BAT by lowest environmental impact per service provided, prioritizing pollution prevention and expanding scope to cover more polluting sectors.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen their leverage to challenge industrial permits and push stricter standards.45
Who loses — Industry loses flexibility in compliance and faces higher costs from stricter standards.6
Response to: Commission proposal for the revision of Directive 2010/75/EU on industrial emissions

Meeting with Wolfgang Burtscher (Director-General Agriculture and Rural Development) and

17 Apr 2020 · Exchange of views on CAP and Green Deal

Meeting with Thierry Breton (Commissioner) and

15 Apr 2020 · Priorities for the Coronavirus recovery

Environmental groups demand EU ban on waste exports

8 Apr 2020
Feedback on — Review of EU rules on waste shipments to support circular economy.
Their ask — The organizations call for banning EU waste exports outside its territory, particularly plastic waste, and restricting hazardous waste shipments. They demand stricter enforcement against illegal shipments and full public transparency of all waste trade. Any shipments for recycling should require public assessment of national recycling capacity.1234
How it helps them — This would align waste policy with their circular economy advocacy goals.5
Who loses — Waste exporters lose access to cheaper overseas processing and disposal options.67
Response to: Review of Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 on Shipments of Waste

Meeting with Riccardo Maggi (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

6 Apr 2020 · Better regulation and green deal implementation

EEB Welcomes EU Access to Justice Reform but Demands Stronger Rules

3 Apr 2020
Feedback on — EU regulation on public access to justice in environmental matters under Aarhus Convention.
Their ask — The EEB requests removal of the 'individual scope' requirement that blocks challenges to acts addressed to Member States. They argue current language must be 'unequivocally clear' and want a legally binding EU directive, not just non-binding guidance, to ensure uniform access to justice across Member States.123
How it helps them — This would dramatically expand their ability to challenge EU environmental decisions in court.4
Who loses — Member States and EU institutions lose flexibility to avoid legal challenges to environmental decisions.5
Response to: Amendment to the Regulation (EC) No 1367/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 September 2006 on the application of the provisions of the Aarhus Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters to Community institutions and bodies

Environmental Groups Demand Fossil Fuel Tax Overhaul for Green Recovery

1 Apr 2020
Feedback on — Revision of EU directive on taxation of energy products and electricity.
Their ask — The EEB calls for all energy products to be taxed based on their carbon and energy content, removal of fossil fuel subsidies, and redirecting fiscal instruments toward green recovery. They argue the current directive is a major loophole undermining climate policy.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental protections and generate revenues for climate action programs.56
Who loses — Fossil fuel industries lose exemptions and favorable tax treatment for aviation, maritime, gas and LNG.78
Response to: Proposal for a revision of Directive 2003/96/EC restructuring the Community framework for the taxation of energy products and electricity

Environmental Bureau: Justice Scoreboard Must Track Green Cases

24 Mar 2020
Feedback on — Annual EU assessment of justice system quality, independence and efficiency across Member States.
Their ask — The organization wants the Scoreboard expanded to assess environmental justice access and protections. They request tracking of barriers facing NGOs and individuals in environmental cases, plus measures against vexatious litigation targeting activists.12
How it helps them — This would highlight barriers their members face accessing courts in environmental cases.34
Who loses — Companies and investors lose freedom to use vexatious litigation against critics.5
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Central Bank, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions - The 2020 EU Justice Scoreboard

Environmental Bureau Demands System-Wide Food Reform Under Farm to Fork

13 Mar 2020
Feedback on — EU strategy to transition towards sustainable food systems with neutral environmental impact.
Their ask — The organization demands the EU commit to system change based on agroecology principles, not marginal tweaks. They call for holistic environmental sustainability with a rights-based approach placing primary responsibility on public authorities. They urge stronger enforcement of existing environmental laws in agriculture and fisheries.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their goal of protecting Europe's environment and climate.5
Who loses — Intensive livestock farmers and industrial agriculture lose as subsidies shift away.6
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the European Council, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions on the Farm to Fork Strategy for a Sustainable Food System

Environmental groups demand fossil fuel ban in Just Transition Fund

9 Mar 2020
Feedback on — EU regulation establishing the Just Transition Fund to support regions moving away from carbon-intensive activities.
Their ask — The organization demands that all three pillars of the Just Transition Mechanism exclude fossil fuel investments, including natural gas. They want stricter eligibility criteria linking funding to environmental protection objectives and binding decarbonization milestones. Member States must phase out coal by 2030 and all fossil fuels by 2040 before receiving support.1234
How it helps them — This ensures public funds support their climate neutrality by 2040 and zero pollution goals.5
Who loses — Fossil fuel industries lose access to transition funding for gas infrastructure and related projects.6
Response to: Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing the Just Transition Fund

Meeting with Jorge Pinto Antunes (Cabinet of Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski) and

6 Mar 2020 · Biodiversity and Farm to Fork Strategies

Meeting with Karolina Herbout-Borczak (Cabinet of Commissioner Stella Kyriakides), Lukas Visek (Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

19 Feb 2020 · Sustainable food systems

Meeting with Frauke Hoss (Cabinet of Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič) and

14 Feb 2020 · One-in One-out; Better regulation; REFIT

Environmental groups demand 2040 carbon neutrality and 65% emissions cut

5 Feb 2020
Feedback on — EU Climate Law to enshrine 2050 climate neutrality objective in legislation.
Their ask — The EEB calls for Europe to become carbon neutral by 2040, not 2050, and raise the 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target to at least 65%. They want carbon pricing set at €100/ton CO2 before 2030, renewable energy targets raised to 45%, and energy efficiency targets to 40%. The organization emphasizes that climate targets must not compromise biodiversity protection.12345
How it helps them — This would accelerate ecosystem protection and restoration funding for their conservation priorities.67
Who loses — Fossil fuel industries and energy-intensive sectors lose subsidies and face higher compliance costs.89
Response to: Climate Law (Legislative proposal)

Response to EU 2030 Biodiversity Strategy

20 Jan 2020

Environmental Groups Demand Halving EU Resource Use by 2030

17 Jan 2020
Feedback on — New EU circular economy action plan to reduce waste and promote sustainable production.
Their ask — The EEB calls for unprecedented ambition with a transformative agenda for a toxic-free, sustainable circular economy. They demand a headline target to halve Europe's resources use by 2030, taxes on virgin materials, and stringent product standards. They want mandatory waste prevention targets and rejection of growth as the ultimate economic narrative.1234
How it helps them — This would advance their mission to protect the environment and reduce pollution from wasteful production.56
Who loses — Linear economy businesses lose as the plan challenges those profiting from wasteful production.78
Response to: Communication on a new Circular Economy Action Plan

Response to COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... on the duties placed on registrants to update their registrations under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

15 Jan 2020

European Environmental Bureau demands stricter EU PFOA limits

5 Dec 2019
Feedback on — EU regulation listing perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) as persistent organic pollutant.
Their ask — The organization requests lowering the unintentional trace contaminant level from 25 ppb to 2 ppb and rejecting all proposed derogations for PFOA use in photographic films, textiles, medical devices, PTFE/PVDF manufacturing, firefighting foams, and pharmaceutical products. They argue these exemptions are unnecessary because alternatives exist and that the proposed limits ignore modern analytical capabilities and PFOA's extreme toxicity.12345
How it helps them — This would strengthen public health protections by reducing exposure to toxic PFOA chemicals.678
Who loses — Industry loses exemptions allowing continued PFOA use despite availability of safer alternatives.9
Response to: COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the listing of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

28 Nov 2019 · The European Green Deal

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

20 Sept 2019 · European Green Deal

Response to Evaluation of the impact of the common agricultural policy on sustainable management of the soil

27 Aug 2019

Response to Evaluation of the Common Agricultural Policy's impact on knowledge exchange and advisory activities

19 Jun 2019

Response to Evaluation Report of Directive 2008/99/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal law

5 Apr 2019

Response to COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) …/... amending Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2016/1141 to update the list of invasive alien species of Union concern

5 Apr 2019

Response to Evaluation of the impact of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on habitats, landscapes and biodiversity

6 Dec 2018

Environmental Bureau Demands Radical Overhaul of Industrial Emissions Rules

3 Dec 2018
Feedback on — EU evaluation of Industrial Emissions Directive regulating pollution from large industrial facilities.
Their ask — The EEB demands fundamental changes to strengthen pollution standards, eliminate industry derogations, and redesign the regulatory framework as a binding EU Regulation. They seek mandatory stricter emission limits, complete overhaul of exemption procedures, and expanded scope to drive ecological transition of EU industry.1234
How it helps them — This would strengthen their ability to challenge weak permits and enforce higher standards.56
Who loses — Industrial operators lose flexibility and face significantly higher compliance costs and restrictions.78
Response to: Evaluation of the Directive 2010/75/EU on industrial emissions

Response to Evaluation of the impact of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on water

26 Nov 2018

Response to Environmental Implementation Review 2019: progress on better implementation and common challenges across the EU

26 Nov 2018

Response to Evaluation of Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS)

12 Oct 2018

Environmental NGOs demand stronger public consultation in air pollution plans

13 Aug 2018
Feedback on — EU rules on national air pollution control programme format and guidance.
Their ask — Environmental groups want public consultation to cover entire national air pollution plans, not just specific measures. They request minimum 12-week consultation periods and clearer requirements for Member States to justify deviations from emission reduction targets. Plans should show how countries will meet WHO air quality guidelines, not just minimum EU standards.123
How it helps them — This would give environmental groups more influence over national air pollution strategies.45
Who loses — Member States lose flexibility to limit consultation scope and justify weaker targets.6
Response to: COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION (EU) …/… laying down a common format for national air pollution control programmes under Directive (EU) 2016/2284 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the reduction of national emissions of certain atmospheric pollutants

Response to Commission Report on the final evaluation of the EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2020

18 Jul 2018

Environmental Groups Demand Concrete EU Action on Endocrine Disruptors

18 Jul 2018
Feedback on — EU framework on regulating endocrine-disrupting chemicals that alter hormonal systems.
Their ask — The organization demands the Commission build an actual strategy with concrete measures to reduce exposure to endocrine disruptors. They want harmonized scientific criteria across all EU laws, precautionary approaches, and actions to address combination effects of chemicals in products.123
How it helps them — This would strengthen environmental health protections and help achieve their non-toxic environment goals.4
Who loses — Chemical manufacturers lose flexibility as stricter regulations would require reformulation and substitution.5
Response to: Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions – A comprehensive framework on endocrine disruptors

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (First Vice-President) and

11 Jul 2018 · meeting with the representatives of the SDG high-level multi-stakeholder platform

Meeting with Helena Braun (Cabinet of First Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

18 Jun 2018 · meeting with the representatives of the SDG high-level multi-stakeholder platform

Response to Implementation of the Aarhus Convention by the European Union (EU) in the area of access to justice in environmental matters

5 Jun 2018

Meeting with Vytenis Andriukaitis (Commissioner) and

1 Jun 2018 · Pharmaceuticals in the environment

Environmental groups demand integrated EU product policy for circular economy

31 May 2018
Feedback on — EU consultation on coherent policy framework for product policy contributing to circular economy.
Their ask — The organization calls for harmonized circular economy criteria across all EU product policy instruments, from minimum Ecodesign requirements to eco-labelling. They want joint preparatory studies covering the same metrics and performance levels for different instruments. They propose extending Ecodesign approaches to non-energy products and creating an EU-wide digital product information system.1234
How it helps them — This would mainstream circular economy principles across all product regulations and procurement decisions.56
Who loses — Manufacturers in low-cost countries lose if products are designed for durability rather than quick replacement.7
Response to: Commission Communication Towards an EU Product Policy Framework contributing to the Circular Economy

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

31 May 2018 · CAP

Meeting with Peter Wehrheim (Cabinet of Commissioner Phil Hogan) and

3 May 2018 · Objectives and indicators of the future CAP

Meeting with Robert Schröder (Cabinet of Commissioner Carlos Moedas)

24 Apr 2018 · Future agriculture policy and research and innovation

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

23 Apr 2018 · Environmental and Agri Issues

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner) and

23 Apr 2018 · New CAP and the environment

Meeting with Aurore Maillet (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella) and

13 Apr 2018 · Single use plastic

Response to COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… amending Directive 2007/46/EC, Commission Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 and Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 for the purpose of improving the emission type approval tests and procedures for light passenger and commercial vehicles, including those for in-service conformity and real-driving emissions and introducing devices for monitoring the consumption of fuel and electric energy

5 Apr 2018

Response to Communication from the Commission updating the 2012 European Bioeconomy Strategy

20 Mar 2018

Meeting with Anthony Agotha (Cabinet of First Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

16 Mar 2018 · Exchange of views on Future of Food and Farming

Meeting with Kathiana Ghio (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella) and

28 Feb 2018 · Future of LIFE & Biodiversity in the context of MFF

Response to Regulatory measure on energy labelling requirements for computers and computer servers

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for computers and computer servers - (EU) No 617/2013

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for standby and off mode electric power consumption of electric and electronic household office equipment (EC) No 1275/2008)

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of energy labelling for household cold appliances - (EU) No 1060/2010

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for household cold appliances - (EC) No 643/2009

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of energy labelling requirements for lighting products ((EU) No 244 & 245/2009 + 874/2012)

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for lighting products - (EU) No 1194/2012

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of energy labelling for household dishwashers - (EU) No 1059/2010

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for household dishwashers (EU) No 1016/2010

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of energy labelling for household washing machines and washer-driers - (EU) No 1061/2010

21 Feb 2018

Response to Regulatory measure on the review of ecodesign requirements for household washing machines and washer-driers - (EU) No 1015/2010

21 Feb 2018

Meeting with Elżbieta Bieńkowska (Commissioner) and

30 Jan 2018 · Exchange of views regarding strategy on plastics

Response to Communication on an EU Pollinators Initiative

21 Dec 2017

Response to COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) …/... supplementing Regulation (EU) No 1143/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to risk assessments in relation to invasive alien species

15 Dec 2017

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

27 Nov 2017 · Environmental Issues

Response to Fitness Check (evaluation) of the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and the Floods Directive (2007/60/EC)

17 Nov 2017

Environmental groups demand stronger nano safety rules after six-year delay

6 Nov 2017
Feedback on — EU regulation updating REACH chemical safety rules to cover nanomaterials and nanoforms.
Their ask — The EEB demands all nanoforms be fully characterized with scientific justification required for safety assessments. They reject tonnage thresholds and grouping approaches, arguing current knowledge gaps make systematic grouping impossible for toxicity assessment.123
How it helps them — This would ensure European citizens and environment have adequate protection from nanomaterial risks.45
Who loses — Industry loses flexibility through stricter testing requirements and higher compliance costs for nanomaterial registration.6
Response to: COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) as regards Annexes I, III,VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, and XII to address nanoforms of substances

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (First Vice-President) and

6 Nov 2017 · Discussion on EU Plastics Strategy

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

5 Oct 2017 · Biodiversity

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment) and

5 Sept 2017 · Better implementation, Biodiversity and CAP

Response to Fitness check of the EU Ambient Air Quality Directives (Directive 2004/107/EC and 2008/50/EC)

23 Aug 2017

Response to Commission initiative to improve the governance of the food supply chain with regard to unfair trading practices, one rule regarding producer cooperation and market transparency

27 Jul 2017

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

17 Jul 2017 · Nature conservation, Industrial emissions, Sustainable Development Goals

Meeting with Lowri Evans (Director-General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs)

12 Jul 2017 · Meeting with representatives from environmental NGOs (including EEB, HEAL, CHEM Trust and ClientEarth) to discuss the Commission's work on chemicals, including the fitness check on chemicals legislation, the REACH REFIT and other on-going initiatives.

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

20 Jun 2017 · Environmental Matters

Response to Communication on a strategic approach to pharmaceuticals in the environment

26 May 2017

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

11 May 2017 · Address conference

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and

4 May 2017 · Green Ten contribution to the White Paper reflection on the future of Europe

Response to Development of a Monitoring Framework for the Circular Economy

2 May 2017

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and WWF European Policy Programme

6 Apr 2017 · Biodiversity

Meeting with Rolf Carsten Bermig (Cabinet of Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska) and

30 Mar 2017 · Reach Evaluation

Meeting with Mathieu Fichter (Cabinet of Commissioner Corina Crețu) and

16 Feb 2017 · Commission's Action Plan for Nature, People and the Economy

Meeting with Sarah Nelen (Cabinet of First Vice-President Frans Timmermans) and

7 Feb 2017 · EU Ecolabels

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and

1 Feb 2017 · A Union of Democratic Change; Energy Union; Jobs, Growth and Investment; A stronger Global Actor

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

20 Jan 2017 · Water, Life, REACH, Aarhus Convention

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and Stichting BirdLife Europe

19 Dec 2016 · EU nature legislation

Response to COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) …/… amending Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/xxx and Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards real-driving emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 6)

8 Dec 2016

Meeting with Lowri Evans (Director-General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs)

30 Sept 2016 · Meeting with green NGOs (EEB, Greenpeace, Client Earth) on key industrial competitiveness and chemical files

Meeting with Aurore Maillet (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella)

29 Sept 2016 · Bioenergy

Meeting with Phil Hogan (Commissioner)

8 Sept 2016 · Agriculture/Environmental Issues

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

20 Jul 2016 · LIFE Programme and other issues

Meeting with Ann Mettler (Director-General Inspire, Debate, Engage and Accelerate Action)

14 Jul 2016 · Annual Conference, Environment and Climate Change

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and

12 Jul 2016 · Climate Action and Energy

Meeting with Christiane Canenbley (Cabinet of Commissioner Phil Hogan)

5 Jul 2016 · Agriculture and environment

Meeting with Rolf Carsten Bermig (Cabinet of Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska)

13 Jun 2016 · Circular economy

Meeting with Christiane Canenbley (Cabinet of Commissioner Phil Hogan)

1 Jun 2016 · Natura 2000

Meeting with Yvon Slingenberg (Cabinet of Vice-President Miguel Arias Cañete) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

23 May 2016 · ESD

Meeting with Ruth Paserman (Cabinet of Commissioner Marianne Thyssen) and

17 May 2016 · SDGs implementation

Meeting with Christiane Canenbley (Cabinet of Commissioner Phil Hogan)

4 May 2016 · Future of the Common Agriculture Policy

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

22 Apr 2016 · NGO proposal for a Better Enforcement Action Plan

Meeting with Miguel Arias Cañete (Commissioner) and

11 Mar 2016 · Implications of the Paris Agreement in the EU climate and energy policies

Meeting with Juergen Mueller (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella) and

23 Feb 2016 · Nature Refit, SDGs, Air Quality

Meeting with Jos Delbeke (Director-General Climate Action)

11 Jan 2016 · Sustainability of bio-energy

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

6 Jan 2016 · NGO financing issues

Meeting with Karmenu Vella (Commissioner)

30 Nov 2015 · Circular Economy, Eastern Partnership Countries, Relations with NGOs

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

5 Oct 2015 · Fitness check of Nature Directives & Biodiverisy Objectives

Meeting with Miguel Arias Cañete (Commissioner) and

17 Sept 2015 · Environment Council Preparation

Meeting with Daniel Calleja Crespo (Director-General Environment)

2 Sept 2015 · Environmental Policy in the EU

Meeting with Heidi Jern (Cabinet of Vice-President Jyrki Katainen), Juho Romakkaniemi (Cabinet of Vice-President Jyrki Katainen) and

9 Jul 2015 · Green growth

Meeting with Sarah Nelen (Cabinet of First Vice-President Frans Timmermans)

6 Jul 2015 · Sustainable development

Meeting with Heidi Jern (Cabinet of Vice-President Jyrki Katainen) and

6 Jul 2015 · Biodiversity

Meeting with Miguel Arias Cañete (Commissioner) and

23 Jun 2015 · ETS review, Energy Union implementation and International Climate negotiations

Meeting with Valdis Dombrovskis (Vice-President) and

5 May 2015 · Environmental aspects of the European semester

Meeting with Valdis Dombrovskis (Vice-President) and

5 May 2015 · Environmental aspects of the European semester

Meeting with Aurore Maillet (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella), Heidi Jern (Cabinet of Vice-President Jyrki Katainen)

21 Apr 2015 · Circular Economy

Meeting with Sarah Nelen (Cabinet of First Vice-President Frans Timmermans)

14 Apr 2015 · Circular Economy

Meeting with Cecilia Malmström (Commissioner) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

23 Mar 2015 · TTIP; Environment; Transport

Meeting with Cecilia Malmström (Commissioner) and Transport and Environment (European Federation for Transport and Environment)

23 Mar 2015 · TTIP and Environment

Meeting with Aurore Maillet (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella) and

10 Mar 2015 · Circular Economy

Meeting with Frans Timmermans (First Vice-President) and

3 Mar 2015 · Better regulation

Meeting with Dermot Ryan (Cabinet of Commissioner Phil Hogan)

20 Feb 2015 · • discuss the greening implementation ( Member States choices) but also the whole simplification exercise but also the conference we organize in March 4th (EP – ‘sustainable future for EU farming?’) in which Commissioner Hogan will speak

Meeting with Aurore Maillet (Cabinet of Vice-President Karmenu Vella) and

20 Feb 2015 · Post 2015

Meeting with Vytenis Andriukaitis (Commissioner) and

30 Jan 2015 · The Food Chain, Innovation and Challenges, Food Information to Consumers, Nutrition, and Food Waste, Animal Health, Animal Welfare and Plant Health

Meeting with Telmo Baltazar (Cabinet of President Jean-Claude Juncker) and

18 Dec 2014 · Energy Union

Meeting with Yvon Slingenberg (Cabinet of Vice-President Miguel Arias Cañete) and Stichting BirdLife Europe

10 Dec 2014 · BIO ENERGY

Meeting with Miguel Arias Cañete (Commissioner) and

13 Nov 2014 · Lima climate talks; climate and energy priorities