"Policy Regulation Compliance" News Archive

Examining the pivotal role of public procurement in advancing sustainability, addressing its impact on economic, environmental, and social goals, and urging for stronger policies and innovations in procurement practices.

Governments, as the foremost consumers within their economies, wield considerable influence over market dynamics. By adopting international standards, particularly those set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), public sector procurement can be realigned with global best practices. This move not only promotes ethical sourcing and sustainability but also positions governments as leaders in responsible business conduct.

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is poised to intensify Europe’s energy and climate regulation over the next five years, promising a transformative period for the continent’s industrial sectors and energy systems.

India is poised to revolutionize its land registry system by adopting blockchain technology, a move that could drastically reduce inefficiencies, legal disputes, and corruption in property management.

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Susan Collins of Maine have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at soliciting expert health guidance and clinical recommendations on PFAS, a widely-used class of synthetic chemicals with known health risks.

Amazon has been deemed responsible for the sale of hazardous third-party products on its platform by a U.S. government agency. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has mandated the e-commerce giant to propose measures to inform consumers and facilitate the return or destruction of these products.

In a landmark decision, a Brazilian court has ordered cattle rancher Dirceu Kruger to pay over $50 million in compensation for illegal deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. The ruling represents the largest civil case for climate crimes in Brazil's history, signaling a robust legal effort to address environmental degradation and promote accountability.

The European Union's Approach to Deforestation and Its Global Implications

The recent Supreme Court decision has ignited widespread concern over the future of environmental protections in the United States, with significant implications for businesses engaged in sustainable procurement. The ruling, which curtails the regulatory authority of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has introduced a new layer of complexity for companies striving to meet sustainability goals.

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has sparked significant debate, particularly concerning its potential impact on trade relations with key partners such as India. However, EU officials have recently clarified that the primary aim of CBAM is environmental sustainability, not the erection of new trade barriers.