Catalyzing

Washington and Maryland Pioneer Extended Producer Responsibility Laws, Catalyzing a New Wave in Sustainable Packaging Legislation

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Washington and Maryland have recently taken significant strides towards fostering a circular economy by implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws aimed at promoting sustainable packaging. These new regulations shift the onus of recycling costs from local governments to the companies that manufacture packaging, thus aligning financial incentives with environmental accountability. On May 17, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5284, which represents a comprehensive approach to EPR for packaging and paper products. Meanwhile, in Maryland, Senate Bill 901 was enacted on May 13. These legislative changes represent a substantial shift in how recycling is … Read more

EMPRENdayMIENTO Festival: Catalyzing the Future of Law Through Innovation and Collaboration in Madrid

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Madrid, Spain – The Madrid Bar Association will host its inaugural “EMPRENdayMIENTO” festival on May 23, aiming to inspire legal professionals and entrepreneurs to explore innovative avenues within the legal landscape. Under the theme “Entrepreneuring the law of the future,” the event is designed to be a gathering place for legal innovators, seasoned entrepreneurs, and practitioners to engage in a variety of interactive activities, including presentations, workshops, competitions, and networking opportunities. The festival is spearheaded by Abogacía Joven ICAM, which envisions it as an annual platform encouraging participants to launch legal projects while embracing digital … Read more