Post Views: 186 Scrap German Associations Warn That Scrap Patriotism Threatens Recycling Stability The debate over scrap patriotism continues to intensify across Europe as leading German industry associations challenge proposed EU export restrictions. Their joint letter highlights mounting concerns that the European Commission may undermine long-standing recycling markets. As a result, the groups argue that these policies could damage climate targets and weaken industrial competitiveness. The three associations—BDSV, BVSE, and VDM—sent their warning to European Commission Executive Vice President Teresa Ribera. They describe new regulatory measures, including the Waste Shipment Regulation and the Critical Raw Materials Act, as severe interventions in functioning markets. Meanwhile, Brussels-based BIR has echoed these concerns, noting similar risks to global scrap flows and decarbonization plans. Why Scrap Patriotism Could Disrupt Europe’s Circular Economy The organiza...
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