On Wednesday 12 January, the European Commission launched a public consultation on sustainable consumption, open until 5 April, in view of a proposal for a directive on the right to repair defective products purchased by consumers.
According to the Commission’s work programme, the initiative will aim to extend the useful life of goods, which is expected in the third quarter of 2022 (see EUROPE B12814A4).
It will encourage consumers to make more sustainable choices by providing incentives...