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EU Green Overhaul Hits Roadblock

• By  Textile Excellence
• April 01, 2026

The European Commission’s environmental “omnibus” package is stalled in the EU Council due to clear disputes on design and substance. Member States oppose using a regulation to amend existing environmental directives, arguing this bypasses national control. A second major issue is the proposed suspension of extended producer responsibility (EPR) rules across waste, plastics, packaging, batteries and e-waste laws, with several countries forming a blocking minority. Technical provisions are poorly understood, adding uncertainty. With no consensus and fragmented talks, progress is slow. Existing rules remain in force, and exporters should expect no near-term regulatory relief.

A second major issue is the proposed suspension of extended producer responsibility (EPR) rules across waste, plastics, packaging, batteries and e-waste laws, with several countries forming a blocking minority. Technical provisions are poorly understood, adding uncertainty. With no consensus and fragmented talks, progress is slow. Existing rules remain in force, and exporters should expect no near-term regulatory relief.