USB-C Common Charger Directive – Directive (EU) 2022/2380
This directive introduces a common charging standard for many electronic devices sold in the EU, aiming to reduce e-waste and increase consumer convenience. From December 2024, most small electronics must use USB-C, with laptops following in April 2026. Romania is aligning national rules with the directive, which will require retailers to offer devices with and […]
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) – Directive 2012/19/EU
The WEEE Directive focuses on the collection, recycling and recovery of e-waste, applying the principle of extended producer responsibility. It sets collection and recycling targets and requires free consumer take-back schemes. Romania has implemented these rules through registration, reporting and compliance obligations for producers and importers. Digital tools can improve collection tracking, material recovery, and […]
Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) – Directive (EU) 2018/2001
RED II sets the EU target for renewables to reach at least 42.5% of total energy consumption by 2030. It covers all renewable sources, promotes self-consumption, renewable energy communities, and sustainable bioenergy. Romania’s transposition supports investments in wind, solar, and hydro projects, and simplifies permitting. The directive offers significant opportunities for communities and businesses to […]
Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) – Directive 2012/27/EU
The EED sets a framework for improving energy efficiency across sectors. It establishes binding targets, energy savings obligations for suppliers, and rules for audits, metering and billing. Romania has transposed the directive through national laws and government decisions, including annual savings obligations for energy suppliers and mandatory energy audits for large companies. For businesses, compliance […]
Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) – Directive (EU) 2024/1275
The recast EPBD strengthens measures to improve energy efficiency in buildings and accelerate the renovation of the EU building stock. It includes targets for zero-emission buildings, minimum energy performance standards, and the integration of smart technologies. Romania will need to transpose this directive into national legislation, likely reinforcing existing renovation programmes and introducing stricter performance […]
EU Taxonomy Regulation – Regulation (EU) 2020/852
This regulation establishes a common classification system for environmentally sustainable economic activities, guiding investors and companies in identifying what can be labelled as “green”. It aims to prevent greenwashing and channel capital toward projects aligned with climate and environmental goals. As an EU regulation, it is directly applicable in Romania. Financial institutions, listed companies, and […]
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) – Directive (EU) 2022/2464
The CSRD expands the scope of sustainability reporting to a much wider set of companies, introducing detailed ESG disclosure standards. It requires firms to report on their environmental and social impacts, governance practices, and climate risks in a structured, comparable format. Romania has transposed the directive through Ministry of Finance Order no. 85/2024, integrating ESG […]
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) – Regulation (EU) 2024/1781
The ESPR creates a comprehensive framework for improving product sustainability by setting design requirements that enhance durability, reparability, energy efficiency, and recyclability. Unlike directives, it applies directly in all Member States without additional national laws. One of its most notable elements is the introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP), a standardised digital record containing […]
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) – Directive (EU) 2024/1760
The CSDDD requires large companies to identify, prevent, mitigate and account for adverse human rights and environmental impacts in their own operations, subsidiaries, and value chains. It covers issues such as labour rights, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Adopted in July 2024, Member States have until July 2027 to transpose it into national law. Although Romania […]
ChargeConnect Policy Report: Bridging Gaps in Romania’s EV Charging Network
ChargeConnect Policy Report: Bridging Gaps in Romania’s EV Charging Network, by Ruxandra Miuti, Gabriel Munteanu, Silviu David, George Hacerian, Bucharest, 2024, ISBN 978-973-0-41641-1 The ChargeConnect Policy Report explores the critical deficiencies in Romania’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and presents actionable solutions to bridge existing gaps. As a citizen science initiative funded by the Impetus […]