Summary
In this position paper, Cefic addresses concerns about the revision of the European Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (E-PRTR) and its planned replacement by the Industrial Emission Portal (IEP) by January 2026. While Cefic acknowledges efforts to enhance transparency and align the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) with the new IEP, we argue that such changes might place additional burdens without necessarily improving emission transparency or reduction. The main apprehensions are the extensive reporting requirements, the potential increase in substances to be monitored, and the risk of disclosing sensitive business information.
Key Takeaways:
- Double Reporting: There is a risk of redundant reporting requirements under IED and IEP, leading to inefficiencies without environmental benefits.
- Increased Burden: The introduction of additional substances for reporting could lead to unnecessary administrative and financial strain on operators.
- Confidentiality Risks: Sensitive data reporting might expose competitive business information, necessitating measures to flag confidential information appropriately.