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GOOD NEWS: EU Rejects Attempts to Water Down Deforestation Law The EU's decision to reject attempts to weaken the Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is a significant victory for our forests and our planet. Recently, led by conservative members, the European Parliament voted to introduce loopholes to the EUDR. Thankfully, EU governments rejected these efforts. The regulation will now require companies to ensure their products—like soy, beef, palm oil, cocoa, and coffee—are deforestation-free. This is a major step toward cleaning up global supply chains and protecting vital ecosystems. However, there's a downside: the implementation of the EUDR has been delayed by one year, giving companies until the end of 2025 to comply. This delay is concerning because every moment counts in our fight against deforestation. We need to work effectively to prevent any further delays and push for full enforcement as soon as possible. When I was an MEP we were advocating for the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), the precursor to today's deforestation law. Back then, the European Parliament supported the EUTR, but EU governments were blocking it due to fears of administrative burden. I took it upon myself to lobby EU governments one by one, explaining how the regulation wouldn't overwhelm their systems and highlighting its importance in combating illegal logging. After much effort, we succeeded in passing the EUTR, setting the stage for the current EUDR. The EUDR builds on that foundation and has the potential to make a significant impact if implemented properly. But our work doesn't stop here. Countries worldwide that contribute to global deforestation through their demand for these products must follow the EU's lead and enact similar laws. Together, we can create a future where forests are preserved, not destroyed and people on the ground do not have to put their lives at risk to protect these commons. Let's celebrate this victory and remain vigilant to ensure swift and full implementation. The fight for our planet continues, and every action counts. #Deforestation #EUDeforestationRegulation #ForestsMatter #Biodiversity #SustainableSupplyChains #EnvironmentalJustice #GlobalAction #RegenerativeFuture #NatureProtection #TimberRegulation #ForestConservation #PolicyForChange #EarthRegeneration 📸: https://lnkd.in/dp4qyhgK

#Forests cover 31% of the land area on our planet and they are home to more than 75% of the world’s plant and animal species. They help people thrive and survive by purifying water, improving the oxygen content in the air, and sequestering carbon dioxide.  Fighting #deforestation is a must. We welcome yesterday's political agreement between the EU Council and European Parliament on the #EUDeforestation Regulation, and congratulate the EU for keeping the original ambition and substance of the text. Adopting the original #riskbased approach will ensure all businesses can play their role in protecting and restoring forests. Thank you Commissionner @Jessika Roswall and Teresa Ribera for the leadership. In addition to strong policies, community engagement and innovative technologies must play a role in protecting and restoring our forests. Effectively addressing deforestation requires shifting from a conservation approach to a restoration one. Together with RISE - Our World Heritage, we will share exceptional transformations made possible through community-led initiatives, such as in Nepal, and look at how innovative technologies like satellite monitoring can deliver measurable ecological, economic, and social benefits, advancing global reforestation. We at Schneider Electric stand ready to work with our partners to support the swift implementation of the rules and continue to go beyond to protect and restore natural forests.    https://lnkd.in/gPDNi2pb Adina Braha-Honciuc (Ellis), Jelena Letljane, Nicolas Plain, PhD, Stéphanie Paquin-Jaloux, Adèle Naudy-Chambaud

Op ed from me on Euronews: https://lnkd.in/gQHEaikF If this effort at undermining the EU Deforestation Regulation succeeds, the impact on the EU’s international credibility will be disastrous: sending the rest of the world the unmistakable signal that the EU will take decisive action to end the destruction of forests abroad, but not at home.

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) aims to guarantee that selected products EU citizens consume do not contribute to deforestation or forest degradation. #GuidehouseExperts Michele Koper, Madalena Dantas Martins, and Nicola Meyer explain how to navigate these new legislative requirements and detangle how companies across the supply chain must comply with the EUDR: https://lnkd.in/eaQSS4Ad

Another very relevant read about important regulation that impacts all companies importing/producing/selling products on the EU market containing one of the seven commodities: Cattle, Cocoa, Oil Palm, Rubber, Coffee: Soy, Wood. This regulation has surprised many companies with its early implementation date and requires companies to implement a risk management process that proofs (based on geolocation of all plots of land) that the imported good did not cause any deforestation and forest degradation after 31 December 2020. My colleagues support the EC in developing the country benchmarks that will be used for this policy.

What is EUDR? • The European Union Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR) is an initiative by the European Union aimed at stopping products that cause deforestation from being sold in the EU. • Companies must ensure their products are not sourced from land that was deforested or degraded after December 31, 2020. • Products must comply with the legislation of the production country, including environmental laws and human rights. Why It’s Being Introduced? • The main cause of deforestation is the expanding agricultural land needed for products like soy, beef, palm oil, wood, rubber, cocoa, and coffee. • Since the EU imports many of these products, it has a responsibility to help reduce global deforestation. • The EUDR seeks to protect forests, preserve biodiversity, and combat climate change. #EUDR

🌳 𝐄𝐔 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 With the goal to reduce emissions, avoid harmful consumption, and address deforestation, the European Commission published Regulation on deforestation-free products in June 2023, which applies in the European Union from December 2024. Read more about this regulation in our article "EU framework to impact deforestation worldwide"👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/dWGCT2qq #deforestation #deforestationregulation

The current negotiations on the EUDR really do not serve anyone any good. As speculation around this landmark law continue, the delay to its implementation can harm momentum that it has already generated. Check out my new blog post where I examine the potential risks that the delay causes to the broader efforts to clean up our supply chains, and why doubling down on effective partnerships with agricultural commodity producing countries is essential to meet our deforestation goals. #ClimateAction #Deforestation #EUDR https://lnkd.in/d3tjWWnj

Time is running out! The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will soon be mandatory for most companies, starting from December 30th, 2024. This regulation applies to any entity that places relevant commodities or products on the EU market or exports them from it. As part of the Fedrigoni Group, we must demonstrate that our products are deforestation-free and not linked to forest degradation, especially in the case of products made from materials originated from wood, such as pulp and face paper. This law was enacted in response to the urgent environmental challenges caused by deforestation for agriculture and forest degradation, which contribute to climate change and biodiversity loss. Feeling overwhelmed? Check out our new infographics for a quick and easy way to get key insights: https://lnkd.in/djPn63tr #EUDR #DeforestationFree #SustainableProducts #ClimateAction #MakingProgress

New EU Deforestation Regulation Alert! Fedrigoni is closely tracking the implications of the EU’s new Deforestation Regulation. We are dedicated to keeping you informed and equipped to navigate these changes as they unfold. For the latest developments and how they may affect your business, follow our updates or get in touch with us. #Fedrigoni #Sustainability #EUDR #Deforestation