Circularity is no longer a niche environmental ambition - it is fast becoming a defining pillar of Europe’s industrial strategy. Amid mounting geopolitical pressures, volatile supply chains, and climate emergencies, the ability to retain materials, reduce resource dependence, and lower emissions has moved to the core of EU policymaking. This shift is visible across several flagship initiatives: from the Green Deal to the Clean Industrial Deal and, most recently, the Commission’s Steel and Metals Action Plan.
The upcoming Circular Economy Act, expected in 2026, represents a pivotal opportunity to address these challenges. In this context, EuRIC – the European Recycling Industries’ Confederation – puts forward a set of focused policy recommendations and asks. These aim to unlock demand, establish a level playing field for recycled materials, and support the development of a globally competitive recycling industry aligned with the EU’s environmental and strategic objectives.
Source and more information:
- EuRIC’s policy asks available here