And again: Batteries…

This topic seems to be an ongoing source for worries and interpretations. At EGARA it’s not any different. But: we discussed this topic more than elaborate with people from DG Environment (they liked our critical questions and comments) and reduced our worries (EPR?...

Battery regulation again

As most of you probably know, the Battery Regulation is under amendment of the European Parliament (EP). This means that the proposal is being changed and adjusted. How it’s changed, is visible at the EP website at...

Consultations again

EGARA called her members to join consultations more than once. We see consultations as the opportunity to make ourselves heard. The EC is open for comments and plans to evaluate and improve legislation of all kinds. As we are dismantlers, we are to only ones to state...
Artemis leaves EU but ELV review continues

Artemis leaves EU but ELV review continues

Mrs. Artemis Hatzi-Hull (Artemis for us) finally enjoys her well earned retirement. She was a superb relation for EGARA and she always had time for us and stood open for our ideas and experiences. We were happy to have had her on the post for the ELV Directive for so...

COVID-19 and car dismantling- An update from EGARA

Henk Jan Nix, General Secretary at the European Group of Automotive Recycling Associations (EGARA) tells us of the effects the pandemic has had on the automotive recycling industry in Europe. It’s probably not a big surprise that this issue is about the Coronavirus....