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13:53, 15 May 2025 ‎Recycling Codes - CL (hist | edit) ‎[4,949 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable sortable" ! IMDEKEY !! Code !! Group !! Symbol Label !! Recycling Code (EN) !! Recycling Code (NL) !! Recycling Code (DE) |- | RC01PET || 01 || Plastics || PET || Polyethylene Terephthalates || Polyethyleentereftalaten || Polyethylenterephthalate |- | RC02HDPE || 02 || Plastics || HDPE || High-Density Polyethylenes || Hoogdichtheidpolyetheen || Hochdichtes Polyethylen |- | RC03PVC || 03 || Plastics || PVC || Polyvinyl Chlorides || Polyvinylchloriden |...")
10:25, 7 May 2025 ‎Packaging Type - CL (hist | edit) ‎[9,142 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable sortable" ! IMDEKEY !! ValidFrom !! ValidUntil !! Packaging type EN !! Packaging type DE !! Packaging type NL |- | AA || 20-2-2025 || || Rigid intermediate bulk container (RIBC) || Schüttgutbehälter / Schüttgutcontainer (RIBC) || Bulk container (RIBC) |- | AE || 20-2-2025 || || Aerosol || Spraydose || Spuitbus |- | AM || 20-2-2025 || || Ampoule || Ampulle || Ampul |- | BA || 20-2-2025 || || Barrel || Tonne || Vat |- | BBG || 20-2-2025 || || Bag-In-...")
10:20, 6 May 2025 ‎Reference Unit - TX (hist | edit) ‎[2,485 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Reference Unit''' specifies the basis or denominator for which a declared environmental impact or quantitative value is expressed. It answers the question: “Per what amount of product, material, or function is this value valid?” Reference Units allow for contextualizing environmental impact data such as carbon footprint or water use. They ensure that values are comparable and meaningful within and across products, categories, and use scenarios. == Purpose == Th...")
10:09, 6 May 2025 ‎LCA Life Cycle Stages - TX (hist | edit) ‎[3,145 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Life Cycle Stages''' represent the structured phases of a product’s life used in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to capture and organize environmental impacts. Each stage corresponds to a set of activities that occur in sequence or in loops, from raw material acquisition to end-of-life treatment and beyond. Defining life cycle stages allows for modular assessment and facilitates data exchange across systems using the IMDE model. Each stage can be independently declared...")
09:54, 6 May 2025 ‎LCA Environmental Impact Indicators - TX (hist | edit) ‎[5,356 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "LCA Indicators Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a tool used to evaluate the environmental impacts of a product, service, or process from its beginning to end. It encompasses various indicators which are often aligned with the environmental factors in ESG: * Carbon Footprint: Measures greenhouse gas emissions, including CO2, CH4, and N2O, across the life cycle of a product or process. * Water Footprint: Assesses the total volume of freshwater used, considering both direct...") originally created as "LCA Indicator - TX"
09:44, 6 May 2025 ‎LCA System Boundary - TX (hist | edit) ‎[2,374 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "= System Boundaries in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) = '''System boundaries''' define which life cycle stages are included in an environmental assessment. Choosing the right boundary is critical for transparency, comparability, and accurate reporting of environmental impacts, such as carbon footprint. This page outlines common system boundaries used in LCA, along with standardized keys used in IMDE to uniquely identify each boundary. == Common System Boundaries == {| c...") originally created as "LCA System Boundaries - TX"
13:18, 13 April 2025 ‎The European Union (EU) - TX (hist | edit) ‎[4,434 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of European countries that have chosen to integrate certain aspects of their national policies. Founded with the aim of ensuring peace, stability, and economic prosperity in post-war Europe, the EU has evolved into a unique supranational organization. It facilitates cooperation across member states in areas such as trade, agriculture, environmental protection, security, and human rights. The EU operates through a...")
17:39, 1 April 2025 ‎CBAM - TX (hist | edit) ‎[2,649 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) == The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is an EU regulation designed to address carbon leakage by placing a carbon cost on imported goods from carbon-intensive industries. It aims to ensure that products imported into the EU are subject to the same carbon costs as those produced within the EU, thereby leveling the playing field and encouraging global decarbonization. == Implementation Phases: == Transitional Phase (2...")
07:19, 24 March 2025 ‎ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) - IM (hist | edit) ‎[4,047 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== What is ESRS? (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) == The '''European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)''' is the framework that supports the '''Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'''. It is a comprehensive ESG reporting standard introduced by the '''European Union''' to improve the quality and consistency of sustainability disclosures for companies operating in the EU. === How Does ESRS Relate to ESG? === The ESRS is structured arou...")
17:03, 23 March 2025 ‎Battery Classification Finland - CL (hist | edit) ‎[1,331 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ '''Finnish Battery Classification''' ! Category Code !! Battery Type !! HS Code !! EWC Code !! Rechargeable !! Description / Typical Use |- | '''A1''' || Primary Batteries (Alkaline) || 8506.1001 || 20 01 34 || No || Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries for remotes, toys, and clocks. |- | '''A6''' || Other Batteries (Carbon-Zinc) || 8506.8000 || 20 01 34 || No || Non-rechargeable carbon-zinc batteries for low-drain devices. |- | '''B1''' || Primary...")
16:54, 23 March 2025 ‎Swedish Battery Regulation - CL (hist | edit) ‎[732 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "El-Kretsen {| class="wikitable" |+ '''Swedish Battery Classification''' ! Category !! Battery Type !! Description |- | '''7.1''' || Portable Alkaline / Zinc-Carbon (Button Cells) || Non-rechargeable batteries commonly used in watches, calculators, and small electronics. |- | '''7.3''' || Portable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) || Rechargeable batteries used in emergency lighting, power tools, and older electronics. Restricted under EU RoHS. |- | '''7.6''' || Lithium, Primary (L...")
16:52, 23 March 2025 ‎Norwegian Battery Classification - CL (hist | edit) ‎[762 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ '''Norwegian Battery Classification''' ! Code !! Battery Type !! Rechargeable !! Description |- | '''85.07.5000''' || Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) || Yes || Rechargeable batteries for cameras, toys, and electronics. |- | '''85.07.6000''' || Lithium-Ion / Lithium-Polymer || Yes || Rechargeable lithium batteries for laptops, e-bikes, and power tools. |- | '''85.06.1001''' || Zinc-Carbon (ZnC) || No || Non-rechargeable batteries for clocks, remotes, a...")
16:45, 23 March 2025 ‎German Battery Classification - CL (hist | edit) ‎[3,754 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "German Battery Law (BattG) {| class="wikitable" |+ '''German Battery Classification Table (with UN Codes & Rechargeable Column)''' ! Category Code !! Weight Class !! Weight Range (g) !! Group Type !! System !! Rechargeable !! UN Code !! UN Description |- | I-ZnC || I || 0 – 15 || Primary || Zink-Kohle (Zn/C) || No || UN 3292 || Dry Batteries (Non-Spillable, Non-Hazardous) |- | I-ZnL || I || 0 – 15 || Primary || Zink-Luft (Zn Luft) || No || UN 3292 || Dry Batteries (...")
16:14, 23 March 2025 ‎UN Battery Classification - CL (hist | edit) ‎[2,038 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ '''UN Battery Classification Table''' ! UN Code !! Battery Type !! Description / Use Case |- | **UN 2794** || **Lead-Acid Battery (Wet, Filled with Acid)** || Common in automotive, industrial, and UPS systems. Classified as hazardous during transport. |- | **UN 2795** || **Lead-Acid Battery (Wet, Non-Spillable)** || Sealed lead-acid battery used in backup power systems, telecom, and solar installations. |- | **UN 2800** || **Nickel-Metal Hydride...")
16:07, 23 March 2025 ‎Universal Battery Code Table - CL (hist | edit) ‎[2,814 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ '''Comprehensive Universal Battery Code Table (With Official IEC Names & Retail Codes)''' ! IEC Code !! Universal Retail Code !! Official IEC Name !! Primary Chemistry !! Form Factor !! Typical Use |- | 6F22 || || 9V Carbon-Zinc Battery || Carbon-Zinc || Rectangular (PP3) || Smoke detectors, alarms. |- | 6LR61 || || 9V Alkaline Battery || Alkaline || Rectangular (PP3) || Toys, audio devices, alarms. |- | CR1220 || || Lithium Coin Battery || Lithiu...")
16:01, 23 March 2025 ‎Battery Chemistry Type - CL (hist | edit) ‎[1,810 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ '''IEC Battery Chemistry Classification Table''' ! Battery Chemistry Type !! Chemistry Code !! IEC Reference Standard !! Rechargeable !! Description / Use Case |- | Alkaline Manganese (LR Type) || ALK || IEC 60086 || No || Common non-rechargeable battery for remotes, toys. |- | Button Cell Alkaline (LR Type) || ALKB || IEC 60086 || No || Small alkaline coin/button cell for watches and small electronics. |- | Zinc-Carbon (R Type) || ZNC || IEC 6008...")
15:17, 14 March 2025 ‎DataTopic - TX (hist | edit) ‎[875 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with " *A DataTopic is layer in the IMDE framework and consists of a set of data related to a specific set of attributes covering one specific topic. Examples are Measurements, Pricing, Certifications, Packaging. *A DataTopic describes the fields that can or must be used when exchanging data related to this topic. *A DataTopic can have one or more DataFormats in which the data is exchanged. A format is either a message schema (XML&XSD, JSon) or a template (Excel). *Per DataT...")
13:02, 5 March 2025 ‎EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) - TX (hist | edit) ‎[4,181 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) and Its Role in Waste Management == '''Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)''' is a regulatory framework that places the '''responsibility for the post-consumer lifecycle of products''' on '''producers''' (manufacturers, importers, and brand owners). The goal of EPR is to reduce waste, encourage eco-friendly product design, and ensure proper collection, recycling, and disposal of products and packaging. EPR policies apply to...")
12:57, 5 March 2025 ‎PRO (Producer Responsibility Organization) - TX (hist | edit) ‎[2,239 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "PRO (Producer Responsibility Organization) is an entity that helps producers fulfill their obligations under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. EPR is a policy approach that places the responsibility for the collection, recycling, and disposal of products on the producers (manufacturers, importers, and brand owners) rather than on consumers or municipalities. == Role of a PRO in EPR == A PRO acts as an intermediary between producers and compliance requi...")
15:58, 4 March 2025 ‎Envimat - IM (hist | edit) ‎[2,354 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The eNviMat system (Environmental Inventory of Materials), commonly used for environmental assessments in construction and building materials, typically aligns with lifecycle assessment stages found in standards like ISO 14040/14044 and EN 15804. Its stage split includes: Product Stage: A1 – Raw Material Supply: Extraction and processing of raw materials, including recycled materials. A2 – Transport: Transportation of raw materials to the manufacturing site. A3 – M...")
07:44, 27 February 2025 ‎Packaging Element - TX (hist | edit) ‎[2,624 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Packaging Element == '''Packaging Element''' is a data object that defines a fundamental part of a packaging structure. It can be associated with a Packaging Component, a Finished Good, or a Shipping Unit. Unlike a Packaging Component, a Packaging Element is not an inventory item but rather a descriptive data entity used for structuring packaging hierarchies and material compositions. === Definition === A Packaging Element represents an individual part o...")
07:39, 27 February 2025 ‎Packaging Component - TX (hist | edit) ‎[996 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "A Packaging Component is a discrete, inventory-managed packaging item with a unique identifier (e.g., internal article ID). It is a physical entity that can be stored, sourced, and referenced independently within supply chain and manufacturing systems. A Packaging Component serves as a standardized packaging unit that can be used across multiple Finished Goods (Sales/Consumer/Trade Units) and Shipping Units. It encapsulates a defined set of packaging specifications, whic...")
07:45, 24 February 2025 ‎Legal Entity - TX (hist | edit) ‎[482 bytes] ‎HansdG (talk | contribs) (Created page with "A Legal Entity is an organization that has legal recognition and can enter into contracts, own assets, and be held liable in legal proceedings. It represents a business, institution, or corporate entity that operates under a registered name and jurisdiction. A Legal Entity is distinct because it has legal accountability—it can enter contracts and be held liable in court. Examples include corporations, partnerships, government agencies, and non-profits. Category: Tax...")