Gesetz zur Umsetzung der Richtlinie 2002/87/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 16. Dezember 2002

This German law implements EU Directive 2002/87/EC, which aims to reduce the amount of electrical and electronic waste ending up in landfills. It establishes a framework for the collection, recovery, and environmentally sound disposal of electronic waste to protect human health and the environment. The law affects manufacturers, importers, and distributors of electronic equipment, who are required to ensure that waste products are collected and recycled properly.