The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is an initiative aimed at addressing deforestation and forest degradation caused by European consumption. It entered into force in June of 2023, repealing the EU Timber Regulation.
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The European Commission has outlined three primary objectives for the EU Deforestation Regulation:
The regulation strives to prevent products that contribute to global deforestation and forest degradation from being available on the EU market. By setting standards and requirements, it aims to exclude such products from circulation within the EU.
One of the key goals is to retain forests that play a crucial role in storing carbon dioxide (CO2). By preserving these forests, the regulation aims to contribute to the reduction of the EU’s carbon footprint. This involves minimizing carbon emissions generated from the production and consumption of certain commodities associated with deforestation.
The regulation targets the root causes of deforestation and forest degradation, particularly stemming from agricultural expansion for the production of specific commodities. By addressing these drivers, the EU aims to tackle the environmental challenges associated with such practices.
The EUDR applies to operators and traders involved in the import of products into the EU market, with an exemption for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Unlike the original EU Timber Regulation, the EUDR has expanded its commodity criteria to address a broader range of products contributing significantly to global deforestation and forest degradation. The focus is on commodities with high demand for space and extensive agricultural expansion.
As of now, the EUDR covers seven key commodities:
Timber
Beef
Palm Oil
Soy
Coffee
Cocoa
Rubber
