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Latest industry news and insights from the Valpak Team

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Blog, Comprehensive Compliance Solutions for Businesses, WEEE
New WEEE Regulations are coming: Vapes and marketplaces in the spotlight

New UK WEEE Regulations are on the way. In this blog, Valpak Policy Advisor, Danny Stapleton Torres, explains two key changes: the creation of a dedicated category for vapes and e-cigarettes, and new compliance obligations for online marketplaces. Learn what the changes mean, who they affect, and how our take-back and compliance services can help you stay ahead.

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Reverse Vending
Blog, Comprehensive Compliance Solutions for Businesses, Deposit Return Scheme, Packaging
pEPR, Simpler Recycling & DRS: The policy shifts shaping 2025

Terri Lord, Valpak Strategic Account Manager, unpacks the key insights from the event — from supply chain pressures to evolving recyclability standards, and how Valpak is helping businesses prepare for what's next. Whether it's adapting to new reporting requirements, planning for the 2027 Deposit Return Scheme, or understanding what Simpler Recycling means in practice, the message is clear: reform is happening, and early action is key.

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Household Packaging
Blog, Comprehensive Compliance Solutions for Businesses, Packaging
pEPR fees confirmed: What UK producers need to know for Year 1

As the UK edges closer to full implementation of packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), clarity on what producers will actually pay is finally here. In this post, Valpak Policy Advisor, Danny Stapleton Torres, breaks down the confirmed Year 1 fees, explains why they’ve changed, how they’re calculated, and how the UK compares internationally.

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Blog, F-Gas
Is your business F-Gas compliant? Here’s how Valpak can help

Shannon Moxham outlines the urgent need for businesses to manage F-gases—potent greenhouse gases used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and similar systems. With UK regulations tightening post-Brexit, compliance can be complex and varies between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Valpak is exploring a support service to help businesses with reporting, certification, and data management. A short questionnaire is available for those interested in shaping the service.

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Blog, CBAM Compliance Understanding Your Obligations
CBAM is coming: Are you ready for the cost of inaction?

CBAM is set to reshape global trade by placing a carbon levy on imported goods, making accurate emissions data critical from 2026. In this blog, Valpak Researcher, Michael Trotter Comas, explores how businesses can navigate rising compliance pressures and supply chain challenges with the right support.

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Blog, Energy
How To Enhance Your Energy Procurement Strategy

With shifting market risks, evolving sustainability goals, and the rise of data-led strategies, choosing the wrong procurement approach can cost more than you think. In this blog, Mike Chan, Director and Co-Founder of Energy Bubble, draws on nearly 30 years of experience to break down the fundamentals, helping you to unlock savings, reduce risk, and align your energy strategy with your net zero ambitions.

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Blog, Textiles
Dutch threads of responsibility: Navigating the Netherlands’ Textile EPR

In this blog, we explore the Netherlands’ new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules for textiles, which make producers and importers responsible for the collection, reuse, and recycling of clothing and household fabrics. With key targets approaching in 2025 and significant EU changes ahead, including the addition of shoes under EPR by 2027, businesses must act now to stay compliant. Our blog breaks down what the regulations mean, who’s affected, and how to prepare.

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Blog, CBAM Compliance Understanding Your Obligations
UK CBAM countdown: What importers need to know now

In this blog, Michael Trotter Comas explores the UK’s upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), a key part of the government’s Net Zero strategy due to take effect on 1 January 2027. The article compares the UK scheme with the EU CBAM and highlights key differences. With technical consultation open until 3 July 2025, businesses are urged to assess their obligations under CBAM now.

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Blog, Comprehensive Compliance Solutions for Businesses, Packaging
RAM reworked: A breakdown of the latest Recyclability Assessment Methodology updates

This blog, written by George Atkinson, Valpak’s Director of Policy, focuses on helping businesses navigate the complexities of packaging legislation. George explores the upcoming updates to PackUK’s Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM). Drawing on recent stakeholder feedback and industry consultation, this article breaks down the technical changes and what they mean for packaging producers, retailers, and designers as they prepare for compliance under the UK’s evolving pEPR regulations.

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Blog, Energy
Are your sustainability goals being rewarded?

The UK government has extended and enhanced energy discount schemes designed to help businesses with high energy costs. Under the British Industry Supercharger package, businesses could see significant reductions on their energy bills, potentially cutting costs in half. ENERGYbubble Director and Co-Founder, Mike Chan, outlines the initiatives available, the benefits and eligibility criteria.

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Blog, International
Commercial and Industrial Packaging in 2025: Key EPR changes in France and Spain

On 1 January 2025, Spain’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations expanded to include commercial and industrial packaging, now requiring businesses to report and pay for their packaging waste. With Spain’s unique classification system, understanding these changes is essential for compliance. In our blog, we break down the new rules, key definitions, and how businesses can prepare...

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