On December 23, 2025, the European Commission announced a series of initial pilot measures aimed at accelerating Europe's transition to a circular economy, with a particular focus on the plastics industry.
These measures include short-term actions and long-term legislative plans, targeting reduced climate emissions, improved energy efficiency, increased trade surplus, and challenges facing the plastics recycling industry. Furthermore, the EU plans to strengthen the regulatory framework, promote investment and level competition, and launch public consultations to assess the effectiveness of existing policies.
Key measures: Short-term actions and long-term legislation
The European Commission announced a series of short-term actions to support the development of a circular economy in the plastics industry and encourage investment and innovation. A Circular Economy Act is planned for 2026, containing comprehensive measures to optimize the operation of the single market for secondary raw materials.
