EU Supply Chain Act
25. April 2022
European Commission publishes draft “Corporate Due Diligence Directive”.
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European Commission publishes draft “Corporate Due Diligence Directive”.
Developments at EU level in the field of sustainability and the planned obligation for companies to report remain dynamic.
The draft law is intended to oblige companies to pay more attention to minimum social and ecological standards.
The Federal Ministry for the Environment promotes measures on refrigeration and air conditioning systems as part of the National Climate Initiative (NKI).
With this guide, the Federal Environment Agency offers practical assistance on the path to greenhouse gas neutrality.
Affected companies have until 01 January 2022 to create and implement a measurement concept.
With the Fuel Emissions Trading Act, a CO2 levy on fuels placed on the market was introduced on 01.01.2021.
Suppliers are thus required to make their processes and products available in a climate-neutral manner.
Climate neutrality has become increasingly relevant in recent years.
PAS 2060 can be used to demonstrate both climate-neutral organisations and climate-neutral products.
On 27 May 2021, the grand coalition agreed on the amended government draft of the Supply Chain Act.
Calculate your own CO2 balance with the Federal Environment Agency’s CO2 quick check.
Arqum supports the BMZ and the BMU in developing a valid and comprehensive greenhouse gas balance.
In November 2020, Arqum launched a pilot project for the preparation of climate balances on behalf of the Federal Cultural Foundation.
The climate impact of two materials should be compared to quantify the expected emission reduction.
Current analysis of mandatory sustainability reports shows deficits in environmental and climate reporting.
At the beginning of 2021, the guideline “The path to a greenhouse gas neutral administration” was published.
At EU level, work is currently underway on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
The newly drafted Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control (TA Luft) will come into force on 01.12.2021.
ISO 14001 will remain in the 2015 version until further notice.
In June, the long-awaited Supply Chain Sourcing Obligations Act (LkSG) was passed by the Bundestag. Who is affected?
The aim of the network is the exchange between companies on climate protection.
The new ISO 50005 was published in September 2021.
What can an attractive sustainability management system for companies look like?
Arqum supports and accompanies KBB in this process from environmental to climate management.
Car sharing is becoming increasingly important, especially in urban areas.
The Ordinance on Heating Cost Settlement (HeizkostenV) 2021 came into force on 1 December 2021.
UBW and Arqum launch project on environmental and sustainability education in Ghanaian industry.
The focus is on increasing the energy efficiency of local actors.
Together with AGAPLESION gAG, Arqum is developing a sustainability management system.
Since March 2021, Arqum has been supporting the DAAD in the preparation of a climate and environmental balance sheet.
Efficient heating saves energy and money. You can find out how in this article.
At EU level, the CSR Directive on corporate sustainability reporting is currently being revised.
In collaboration with the German-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (AHK Azerbaijan), Arqum organized an online training course on water and wastewater management for companies from various
From September to the end of November 2020, Arqum will conduct a broadly based online training course on energy efficiency for companies in India, Nepal,
Video transmission using fiber optics almost 50 times more efficient than via UMTS Many people are not aware that surfing the Internet and streaming movies
Bavarian companies wanted for pilot project. Apply now! Since 2015, non-SME companies have been obliged to prove an energy audit according to DIN EN 16247.
Have you ever thought about buying a freight bicycle? – With a transport weight of up to 300 kg, the use of freight bikes is
The new LAGA leaflet defines the scope of application, requirements and documentation obligations of the GewAbfV for commercial municipal waste as well as construction and
We at Arqum would like to provide a brief look at how the entire staff is taking efforts to slow down the spread of COVID-19.
In reaction to the restrictions on social and economic life due to the 2019-2020 coronavirus pandemic, the accreditation bodies DAU and DAkkS have adapted their
Climate protection is arguably the greatest challenge of our time. The topic is becoming ever more prominent on the international and national political agenda.
The new German Climate Protection Act (Bundes-Klimaschutzgesetz) entered into force on 18 December 2019. As the first government in the world, the German government has
The amendments to ISO 14064 have been published successively since 2018. Read more about the most important changes here. Combating and restricting the effects of
The first part of ISO 14002-1 is to be published by the beginning of 2020. In autumn this year, ISO 14002-2 on the environmental topic
The new Energy Collection Act (EnSaG) entails changes to the EEG, KWKG and EnWG. An important change, which is likely to affect many companies, is
The next cycle of energy audits is in full swing. Many companies affected by the energy audit requirement will have to complete the repeat audit
Zum ersten Mal wurde im Rahmen der Deutsch-Chinesischen Energiepartnerschaft der “Sino – German Energy Efficiency Cooperations Projects Award 2018“ verliehen. Dabei wurden fünf Leuchtturmprojekte
“Zero Waste Netzwerk” zur Vermeidung von Einwegkunststoff Alleine in Deutschland fallen jährlich pro Kopf durchschnittlich mehr als 30 kg Kunststoffverpackungsabfälle an. Auch das Auftreten
Research projects for the development of a systematic procedure for the gradual introduction of SMEs into an energy management system Energy management systems are
Looking back: Conference on “Sustainable Business Management for the Agenda 2030 – Business Contribution to the Global Sustainability Goals” on 9th November 2018 at the
Initial successes for “climate-neutral BMZ 2020” In December 2017, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) initiated the project “climate-neutral BMZ 2020”. Since
The National Action Plan (NAP) for Economic Matters and Human Rights of the German Federal Government In 2016, the German Federal Government adopted the National
The BMU/UBA Conference on “Sustainable Business Management for the Agenda 2030 – Business Contribution to the Global Sustainability Goals” On November 9th 2018,
The New ISO 50001:2018 After the revision of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, ISO 50001 has now also been reviewed. Here too, there will
Operational Mobility Management Freiburg The working group “Umweltfreundlich zum Betrieb” (Environmentally-friendly (commuting) to work) was launched in Freiburg in 1991. This working group is
Development of a Climate Protection Strategy – DZ BANK Group In autumn 2016, Arqum was commissioned by the DZ BANK Group to support the
Regional “Superfood” – Sustainable Alternatives to Açai, Chia, Goji and Co. Exotic “super foods” are very much in vogue. The business with exciting sounding
Energy audit: Only little time expenditure for Arqum customers Most of the companies will be up for the second energy audit in 2019/2020. On
The EU Data Protection Regulation As from 25. May 2018, the European Data Protection Regulation replaces the EU Data Protection Directive from 1995 and
Current Status of the Revision of ISO 50001 After the revision of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, ISO 50001:2011 has now been in revision
Packaging regulation superseded by a new law: VerpackG : The new packaging law (VerpackG) will enter into force on 1st January 2019 and replace
Sustainability criteria for financial Investments: More and more people want to avoid their money being invested in companies from the oil and coal
Pilot project for the introduction of a step-by-step energy management for small and medium-sized Enterprises: For large companies, energy management systems (EnMS) are already
ISO 19011 – Revision of the guideline for the implementation of Audits: All important standards for management systems require the implementation of internal audits.
Climate Protection Project “ECOHOTEL Peru” Successfully Launched Over the next two years Arqum is conducting – together with avanti GreenSoftware GmbH and Nessus Hoteles
Publication of the standard for occupational health and safety management systems is expected for March 2018! After the first draft standard of ISO 45001
Cooking with a microwave – yes please! Opinion is divided on the issue of microwaves – devil’s device or a useful everyday helper? There
From ECOPROFIT to Sustainability Management – 2. CSR Training Program in Hanover Successfully Completed: At the request of the participating companies from the ECOPROFIT-Network
Restriction of changeover period for ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015: All certificates issued in accordance with ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 lose their validity
The introduction of a multi-site process for EMAS – companies wanted for a pilot project: The EU Commission is currently preparing an adaptation of
Building energy certificates from 2007 lose their validity in 2017: Since 2007, the German Energy Saving Ordinance (EnEV) has required an energy certificate for
ISO 20400:2017 – Standard for Sustainable Procurement: The International Organization for Standardisation (ISO) published for the first time an international standard for sustainable procurement
ISO 50003 – now it’s getting serious: As from October, the new ISO 50003 (Energy Management Systems – Requirements for Authorities Auditing and Certifying
Save resources with ECOPROFIT at the Oktoberfest: https://www.arqum.de/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ÖP_Wiesn.jpg In the anniversary year celebrating twenty years of ECOPROFIT Munich, a further 23 funfair operators, stands and
Making Value Chains more Sustainable – Continental and Arqum Complete Joint Project with Mexican Suppliers with Great Success: The improvement of cooperation with suppliers
Amendments to the Annexes I to III of the EMAS Regulation which came into Force on 18. September: After the amendment of the ISO
UFOPLAN-research project, “Development of a systematic procedure for the gradual introduction of an Energy Management system (EnMS) for SMEs using the example of selected industries”:
New Regulation for Emission Protection: 42. BImSchV – Regulation on Evaporative Cooling Systems, Cooling Towers and Wet Separators: The regulation on evaporative cooling systems,
New regulation for Waste Officers published – Requirements on specialist knowledge will be extended:: The “Second regulation on the further development of legal waste
The amendment of the EMAS regulation – Changes to content and deadlines at a glance: Triggered by the amendment of the ISO 14001:2015, the
Raising awareness for environmental issues – No sure-fire-success: Long-lasting improvements in environmental protection will only happen if as many people as possible change their
New requirements on companies claiming tax benefits for energy and electricity tax: Many businesses take advantage of energy and electricity tax benefits such as
The industry has achieved savings targets – Peak balancing will also be granted in full in 2017: Since 2013, “peak balancing” on the power
CSR Reporting Obligations – Law Now in Force: On 9th March the German parliament passed the draft bill on CSR reporting obligations. The most
Currently you can register for following ECOPROFIT projects: Hochtaunus 2018 Frankfurt 2018 Mühldorf/Rosenheim 2017/2018 ECOPROFIT Energie Hannover, in cooperation with enercity Hannover 2017/2018 https://www.arqum.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ÖP-Startseite-372×237.jpg
We take it you already have a certified environmental management system and need practical advice on implementing the ISO 14001:2015 innovations? You are perhaps planning
In this webinar we inform you about the basics of corporate social responsibility (CSR), the first steps towards sustainability management and whether your company might
Change of address and closing of offices during holiday season: Starting January 9, 2017, the Munich office will be located at Leonrodstrasse 54, 80636
Sustainability and CSR reporting obligation: Government draft for the implementation of the CSR directive is available!: On 21.09.2016, the Federal German government submitted the
Model projects for climate protection in companies: Munich companies develop innovative approaches: Advancing climate protection through innovative approaches! This is the content of “model
Increase of energy efficiency in municipal facilities: Attractive funding program of the Federal Office of Economic Affairs and Export Control: In municipal facilities there
bw!Sankey: Program for generating energy and material flow diagrams for companies registered in Baden-Wuerttemberg: Determination of potentials in energy and resource efficiency can be
The radiator thermostat: The underrated measure when it comes to energy-saving: What do the lines actually mean on a radiator thermostat valve? What is
Funding program of the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) for heating optimization: Up to 30% off the costs for pump replacement and
The CHP Act 2017 – An insight into the new privileging regulations – by courtesy of PwC: In August 2016, the German legislature and
Flexible mobility – environmentally-friendly travel, even during train strikes: Whoever was affected by the railway strike during the last few weeks has certainly thought about
Energy audit obligation as per Energy Services Act – Review by BAFA: Immediately after the expiry of the deadline on 5.12.2015, the BAFA (Federal Office
Closing event for energy-efficiency network Munich – upper Bavaria: On 30th June 2016, Hirschvogel Umformtechnik Gmbh in Denklingen hosted the closing event of the energy
Back to the Sunday roast – Ecological aspects of meat consumption There is much discussion about meat consumption and its negative consequences in the media
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