Global Environment Newsletter - Spring 2019 edition

This edition covers the following topics:

Single-Use Plastics Directive Adopted by European Parliament: A ban on most single-use plastics, and new requirements to make manufacturers fund the costs of waste management
New Renewable Energy Directive: Establishes an EU-wide 32% renewables target, and contains a major package of measures to facilitate the sustainable development of renewable energy
Revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive: New requirements for national strategies, and measures to encourage uptake of technologies

AUSTRALIA

Climate Case Lodged Against Australia: Torres Strait Islanders claim infringement of human rights due to climate inaction

BELGIUM

Flemish Asbestos Decree Approved In Parliament: New requirements to provide asbestos inventory for buildings and measures to prevent asbestos exposure

THE NETHERLANDS

Phasing-out Coal: Government publishes legislation to accelerate coal phase out, with compensation generally not provided

Environment Bill for the Post-Brexit Period: Draft Bill provides for statute-based environmental principles, long term environmental improvement plans and a new environmental oversight body
Major Waste Management Proposals: UK Government has launched consultations on reforming producer responsibilities, a deposit return scheme for drinks containers, and a plastic packaging tax

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