February 2012

EU Launches Public Consultation On Sustainable Production And Consumption Options
European Commission seeks stakeholder input on possible new product design, recycling and waste management polices, among others.

Brazil Calls For Stewardship Proposals For Lubricating Oils Packaging
Proposed plans must collect 60 percent of packaging in priority regions of the country by 2016.

Norwegian Government Report Says E-Waste Collection Efforts Need Improvement
Some manufacturers and retailers are not participating in the electronics stewardship program.

Northern Ireland’s Environmental Minister Proposes Single-Use Carrier Bag Tax
The proposed measure needs Assembly approval

Sao Paolo Consumer Protection Agency Negotiates New Checkout Bag Agreement
Parties agree to specific actions to distribute reusable bags.

Local UK Governments Given Plastic Bottle Recycling Recommendations
Improved curbside bottle collections expected to complement UK’s expanding plastics processing infrastructure.

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