2 April 2025

EurEau signs letter calling for an ambitious REACH revision

Water news

Various associations and companies across sectors – including EurEau – have written toUrsula von der Leyen, asking theEuropean Commission to deliver an ambitious revision of REACH that prevents harm from chemicals and avoids “circular pollution”.

The signatories want a strong REACH Regulation to phase out the most harmful chemicals. This is the only way to move towards a competitive circular economy where recycled materials can be trusted.

We agree — a strong chemicals regulation drives innovation and rewards responsible companies. The EU’s competitiveness must be built on future-proof chemicals and innovations — we cannot compete with yesterday’s solutions.

Read the letter here.