EU Unveils Rules Requiring all Packaging to be Recyclable by 2030
According to new proposed rules unveiled today by the European Commission All packaging in the EU market will be required to be fully recyclable by 2030. Moreover ,additional measures like setting design criteria for packaging, creating mandatory deposit return systems for plastic bottles and aluminum can etc.. are also included. Read more
Nestlé to End Advertising of Sugary Snacks to Kids Under 16
According to Nestlé’s Marketing Communication, it will no longer advertise products including confectionery, ice-cream and water-based beverages with added sugars to children under the age of 16. The new policy will be effective globally from July 2023. Read more
Market regulator Sebi plans simplified BRSR, ESG rating regulations
SEBI is planning to simplify the framework around the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR), and also provide a road- map for ESG auditing and rating. Sebi Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch said that the changes would be based on the recommendations made by a committee formed by the capital markets regulator on ESG regulations. Read more