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Recycling and certification: What Is changing due to new regulations?

New recycling regulations directly affect your processes, responsibilities and market opportunities. In our guide ‘Recycling and Certification’, you will gain insight into how these changes may impact your organization.

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The 6 most common misconceptions about recycling

There are many misconceptions surrounding recycling regulations and legislation. This applies to companies involved in producing, transporting and processing plastics, as well as organizations across the recycling value chain. In conversations with organizations, Kiwa regularly hears the same questions and assumptions. Below, we outline several common misconceptions seen in practice.

Key developments in recycling and certification

Regulations related to recycling are changing. This affects not only organizations that collect or recycle waste, but also companies involved in producing, transporting and processing plastics. As an organization, you will face stricter regulations, increased oversight and new requirements for handling waste and raw materials. What does this mean, and who does it apply to? What does it mean for your organization?

ISO 50001 as a foundation for future proof energy management

In this article, you will read how ISO 50001 can help organizations gain control over energy use, both at organizational level and in international contexts. We explain what the standard entails and how organizations can use it not only to comply with laws and regulations, but also to achieve continuous improvement.

Revision of ISO 14001: new edition expected in 2026

Next year, ISO 14001 – the international standard for environmental management systems – will be revised. The new edition, ISO 14001:2026, is expected to be published in spring 2026 and will replace the current 2015 version. The revision is now in its final stage: the Draft International Standard (DIS) has been approved by a majority of ISO members and the text is currently being prepared for the final vote.

Operation Clean Sweep: small pellets, big responsibility

Plastic pellets ending up in the environment are a growing global issue. With European legislation on the horizon, it is becoming increasingly important for plastics processing companies to take measures against pellet loss. Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) offers a practical approach to tackle this challenge. Kiwa supports companies in obtaining certification under this scheme.