欧盟推出系列举措促进循环经济发展

Group 1 - The EU has announced its first pilot actions focusing on the plastic sector to accelerate the transition to a circular economy, with a two-step approach: immediate measures for industries under pressure and a planned Circular Economy Law by 2026 [1] - The EU Joint Research Centre estimates that circular solutions could reduce climate-related emissions in the plastic industry by 45% by 2050, decarbonize energy use, and generate an annual trade surplus of €18 billion for the sector [1] - The EU's plastic recycling industry faces challenges such as market fragmentation, high energy costs, and fluctuations in virgin plastic prices, leading to decreased capacity utilization and financial losses for recycling companies [1] Group 2 - The EU is submitting a legislative proposal regarding the recycling of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) beverage bottles under the Single-Use Plastics Directive, allowing chemical recycling to count towards EU recycling targets under specific conditions [2] - To create a fair competitive environment, the EU will establish independent customs codes for virgin and recycled plastics, aiding regulatory enforcement and monitoring market conditions [2] - The EU plans to collaborate with national banks and the European Investment Bank to support the construction of cross-regional circular centers, promoting the scaling of circular practices [2]