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UK Plastics Pact

UK Plastics Pact

by WRAP
Helped reshape plastic packaging through voluntary targets on recyclability, recycled content and problem plastics
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The UK Plastics Pact was a voluntary WRAP-led initiative that brought together more than 200 organizations across the UK plastics value chain. It ran from 2018 to 2025 and focused on eliminating problematic plastic packaging, increasing recycled content, improving recyclability and supporting reuse, refill and recycling infrastructure. WRAP describes it as a world-first initiative that inspired a global network of Plastics Pacts. The Pact is now best treated as a legacy framework, with its evidence and guidance preserved through WRAP’s Knowledge Hub. It has been succeeded by the broader UK Packaging Pact, which extends the focus beyond plastics to the wider packaging system.
UK Packaging Pact

UK Packaging Pact

by WRAP
Expands circular packaging action beyond plastics across materials, reuse, infrastructure and data
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The UK Packaging Pact is WRAP’s successor to the UK Plastics Pact and was launched in April 2026 as a ten-year voluntary agreement for the UK packaging system. It expands the focus beyond plastics to major packaging materials including glass, metal and paper. The Pact has four main goals: optimize packaging, scale reuse and refill, support investment in infrastructure and harmonize packaging data. It is supported by PackUK and the UK Government and is designed to complement statutory packaging reforms such as extended producer responsibility. It is voluntary, but relevant for retailers, brands, packaging producers, recyclers, waste managers and data providers preparing for circular packaging requirements.
Trans-European Transport Network

Trans-European Transport Network

by Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport (DG Move)
Sets EU transport infrastructure requirements for a connected, multimodal and lower-emission European network
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The Trans-European Transport Network, or TEN-T, is the EU’s statutory framework for developing a coherent, efficient and multimodal transport infrastructure network. It is based on Regulation (EU) 2024/1679 and covers rail, road, inland waterways, maritime routes, ports, airports, terminals and urban nodes. The revised framework sets three completion deadlines: the core network by 2030, the extended core network by 2040 and the comprehensive network by 2050. TEN-T is relevant for freight, rail, ports, logistics, urban mobility, supply-chain resilience and transport decarbonization. It is a regulatory obligation for public authorities and relevant project promoters, but it does not replace permitting, procurement, environmental assessment, safety rules or climate disclosure.
CaGBC® Zero Carbon Building Standards™ (ZCB Standards)

CaGBC® Zero Carbon Building Standards™ (ZCB Standards)

by Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC)
ZCB Standards
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The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) Zero Carbon Building Standards™ (ZCB Standards) provide a Canadian framework for designing, constructing and operating buildings with very low or zero carbon emissions. The program has two complementary certification pathways: ZCB-Design, which assesses whether new buildings and major renovations are designed to achieve zero-carbon operations, and ZCB-Performance, which verifies actual operational carbon performance using measured building data. The standards address operational emissions alongside issues such as embodied carbon, energy efficiency, refrigerants and the use of renewable energy and carbon offsets.
2BSvs certification

2BSvs certification

by 2BS (Biomass, Biofuel Sustainability)
EU-Recognized Certification for Sustainable Bioenergy
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2BSvs is a sustainability certification scheme for biomass, biofuels, bioliquids, biogas and related renewable fuels placed on the European market. Developed by the French non-profit association 2BS – Biomass, Biofuels Sustainability, the scheme enables economic operators to demonstrate compliance with the sustainability and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions-saving requirements of the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED). The scheme is recognized by the European Commission and its requirements have been updated for RED III.
HRS Green Stay Initiative

HRS Green Stay Initiative

by HRS Group
Sustainability Data for Corporate Hotel Travel
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The HRS Green Stay Initiative is a hotel sustainability assessment and data framework developed by corporate lodging company HRS. Launched in 2021, it provides property-level information on the environmental impact of hotel stays, including carbon emissions, water consumption and waste generation. Hotels submit operational data through HRS, which standardizes and benchmarks the information so corporate travel buyers can compare properties, incorporate sustainability into procurement and booking decisions, and calculate emissions associated with business travel accommodation.
Singapore Carbon Pricing Act 2018

Singapore Carbon Pricing Act 2018

by Sigapore National Environment Agency (NEA)
SSingapore Carbon Pricing Act
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Singapore’s Carbon Pricing Act 2018 establishes a mandatory carbon tax framework for covered facilities. Singapore’s carbon tax rose to S$25/tCO₂e for 2024 and 2025, will rise to S$45/tCO₂e in 2026 and 2027, and is expected to reach S$50 to S$80/tCO₂e by 2030. The Act requires facility registration, emissions monitoring, reporting, tax payment and compliance with rules on fixed-price carbon credits and eligible international carbon credits. It is especially relevant for energy, refining, chemicals, manufacturing, aviation, maritime and finance-linked companies operating in Singapore. The Act does not replace environmental permitting, energy efficiency rules, climate disclosure or net-zero transition planning.
Indonesia Presidential Regulation No. 98/2021 on Carbon Economic Value

Indonesia Presidential Regulation No. 98/2021 on Carbon Economic Value

by Indonesia Ministry of Environment and Forestry
Establishes the national framework for carbon pricing, trading and greenhouse gas mitigation
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Indonesia Presidential Regulation No. 98/2021 establishes the national framework for Carbon Economic Value, or Nilai Ekonomi Karbon, to support Indonesia’s Nationally Determined Contribution and control greenhouse gas emissions in national development. It provides the legal basis for carbon pricing, carbon trading, performance-based payments, registry systems and sectoral climate mitigation. It is especially relevant for energy, power, forestry, land use, agriculture, industry, mining, finance and carbon project developers. Company obligations depend on sectoral implementing rules and registry requirements. The regulation does not replace environmental permitting, forestry law, energy rules, land rights, tax law, financial regulation, or international carbon market due diligence.
Colombia National Carbon Tax (Article 221/Law 1819)

Colombia National Carbon Tax (Article 221/Law 1819)

by Colombia Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development
Prices fossil fuel emissions and allows limited non-causation through certified carbon neutrality
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Colombia’s National Carbon Tax was created by Article 221 of Law 1819 of 2016 to price the carbon content of fossil fuels used for combustion and discourage greenhouse gas emissions. DIAN administers and collects the tax. Colombia also allows a regulated non-causation mechanism where eligible parties certify carbon neutrality, with procedures established through Decreto 926 of 2017. Legal sources state that non-causation may not exceed 50% of the tax caused. The policy is relevant for fuel suppliers, transport, aviation, industry, energy users, forestry, carbon project developers and offset buyers. It does not replace tax compliance, environmental permitting, fuel rules, corporate disclosure or carbon credit due diligence.
India Carbon Credit Trading Scheme

India Carbon Credit Trading Scheme

by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Creates a national framework for pricing emissions through Carbon Credit Certificates
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India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, or CCTS, creates a national framework for pricing greenhouse gas emissions through tradable Carbon Credit Certificates. The scheme was notified in 2023 and is implemented through a National Steering Committee co-chaired by the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency acts as Administrator, and the Grid Controller of India functions as Registry. CCTS includes compliance and offset elements and is relevant for energy-intensive industry, power, manufacturing, carbon project developers, and financial institutions. It does not replace environmental permitting, energy regulation, corporate disclosure, or voluntary carbon market due diligence.
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Stay Ahead: Navigate Policies, Regulations & Standards with Confidence

Navigating the ever-changing landscape of policies, regulations, and standards can feel overwhelming. Yet, staying informed and compliant isn’t just about avoiding penalties—it’s about creating opportunities to innovate, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge. Here’s what you need to know to make sense of it all.

Why Policies, Regulations, and Standards Matter

In today’s market, sustainability policies are no longer optional. Governments, industry groups, and global organizations are implementing rules to address environmental challenges, and businesses must adapt or risk falling behind. Regulations impact areas like:

  • Energy Usage: Mandates to reduce emissions and adopt renewable sources.

  • Reporting Requirements: Transparency in carbon accounting and environmental disclosures.

  • Product Standards: Ensuring sustainable materials and ethical sourcing.

By understanding and adhering to these frameworks, your business doesn’t just remain compliant—it positions itself as a leader in the green economy.

Key Categories of Policies and Standards

To navigate effectively, it’s helpful to categorize the rules you need to follow:

  • Global Initiatives: Agreements like the Paris Accord or ISO environmental standards provide overarching guidance.

  • Regional Regulations: Directives such as the EU’s Green Deal or US SEC climate risk disclosures impact localized markets.

  • Industry-Specific Rules: Sectoral requirements, like LEED certifications for construction or sustainable packaging mandates, can vary widely.

Understanding which rules apply to your business ensures your focus is strategic and impactful.

How to Stay Ahead

  1. Invest in Tools and Expertise: Use software and consultants that specialize in compliance and carbon tracking.

  2. Monitor Updates: Regulations evolve quickly. Stay connected with industry groups and government notifications.

  3. Integrate Compliance into Strategy: Instead of treating compliance as a cost center, align it with broader goals like cost savings or market differentiation.

The Bottom Line

Engaging with policies, regulations, and standards doesn’t just help your business avoid fines or legal issues. It positions you to innovate, enhance your reputation, and capture the growing demand for sustainable goods and services.

Ready to dive deeper? Explore the specific frameworks that shape your industry on this page, and start building compliance into your competitive advantage.