"Policy Regulation Compliance" News Archive

As global awareness of human rights and environmental issues heightens, the European Union has responded with legislative measures to address these challenges, most notably the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D). Adopted by the European Parliament in April 2024 and coming into effect on July 25, 2024, the directive mandates EU member states to integrate these provisions into national laws by July 26, 2026.

The Biobased Solutions Catalogue, part of the WORM Project, promotes eco-friendly, bio-based products for humanitarian operations, reducing plastic waste and supporting sustainable procurement.

London – Ninian Wilson, the esteemed Global Supply Chain Director and CEO of Vodafone Procurement, has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Global Procurement & Supply Chain Awards. This recognition highlights Wilson’s profound influence and commitment to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is poised to propose a resolution to the ongoing enforcement impasse surrounding the EU’s new anti-deforestation regulation, as disclosed during a recent European People’s Party (EPP) meeting.

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.