The Commission is proposing new EU-wide rules on packaging, to tackle this constantly growing source of waste and of consumer frustration.

On 26 October 2022, the Commission revised the Directive in line with the results of an evaluation and on the basis of an extensive impact assessment, adapting it to the newest standards.

On 26 October 2022, the Commission proposed a revision of the EU Ambient Air Quality Directives to align the air quality standards more closely with the recommendations of the World Health Organization.

On 26 October 2022, the Commission adopted a proposal for a Directive amending the Water Framework Directive, the Groundwater Directive and the Environmental Quality Standards Directive.

Questions and Answers about biodiversity loss, nature protection, and the EU strategy for nature, in the context of the COP15 global biodiversity conference.

The Environmental Implementation Review (EIR) aims to improve the implementation of EU environmental laws and policies.

This brief looks at environmental factors that potentially contribute to the emergence of disease and the effects of COVID-19, and environmental impacts that have arisen from COVID-19.

Minimum requirements for water reuse - guidelines

Communication on the monitoring framework for the 8th Environment Action Programme