The European Commission has opened a consultation on the proposed amendments to energy-efficient product legislation, with the consultation period running from 12 February 2026 to 12 March 2026. The omnibus regulation seeks to simplify compliance with energy and tyre labelling rules, streamline registration in the EPREL database, and enhance surveillance frameworks. The initiative is expected to introduce amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 and Regulation (EU) 2020/740, with adoption by the Commission anticipated in H2 2026.

The Commission has opened a consultation on the establishment of an EU Critical Raw Materials Centre to complement Regulation (EU) 2024/1252 (The EU Critical Raw Materials Act). Plans for this Centre were originally announced in the Commission’s RESourceEU Action Plan as published in December 2025.

The European Commission launched a consultation on 26 March 2025 seeking feedback on draft implementing rules for Regulation 2023/2411 concerning geographical indications for craft and industrial products. The draft implementing regulation covers registration procedures, control mechanisms, and Union symbol usage. The rules aim to establish detailed procedures for the new geographical indication protection system for non-agricultural products. Legal practitioners have until 23 April 2025 to submit feedback through the Commission's consultation platform.

The European Commission has launched a consultation on a draft delegated regulation that will supplement Regulation (EU) 2023/2411 on geographical indications (GIs) for craft and industrial products. The draft regulation specifies requirements for GI application documentation, submission procedures to the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), direct registration criteria, and appeal processes. The consultation period runs from 30 June 2025 to 28 July 2025.

The European Commission has published a draft delegated regulation reviewing the methodology and data for high ILUC-risk biofuels and trajectory for the gradual decrease. The draft regulation, referenced as Ares(2026)675044, is classified under energy policy and forms part of the Commission's regulatory framework for biofuel sustainability. The document includes both the main regulation spanning 5 pages and a 2-page annex. The initiative aims to update existing methodological approaches for identifying biofuels with high indirect land-use change risk and establish parameters for their phased reduction. The consultation period runs from 21 January 2026 to 18 February 2026.

The European Commission has launched a consultation on guidelines for implementing media content removal safeguards under the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA). The guidelines will outline procedures for very large online platforms—those with over 45 million monthly users—to notify media providers before content removal and allow 24 hours for response. The measures, taking effect from August 2025, aim to protect media providers from unwarranted content removal while preserving editorial independence. The consultation closes on 23 July 2025.

The European Commission has launched a consultation on a proposed science-based methodology for monitoring pollinator diversity and populations under the Nature Restoration Regulation. The delegated regulation will establish data collection methods to assess EU member states' progress in meeting requirements to improve pollinator diversity and reverse population declines by 2030, and maintain increasing population trends until satisfactory levels are achieved. The consultation runs from 19 June 2025 to 17 July 2025.

The European Commission has launched a consultation on a draft Implementing Regulation to replace Commission Implementing Regulation (EC) No 2245/2002 on European Union designs. The new regulation aims to align with Articles 290 and 291 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) following changes made by Regulation (EU) 2024/2822. The regulation will specify requirements for registered EU design applications and related requests. Commission adoption is planned for the first quarter of 2026. The consultation period runs from 2 July 2025 to 30 July 2025.

The European Commission has launched a call for evidence on its proposed Life Sciences strategy. The initiative aims to strengthen the EU's position in life sciences through faster development and commercialisation of innovation. The European Commission notes that while the EU has historically held a strong position in Life Sciences, it is losing ground to global competitors. The strategy will focus on boosting competitiveness, accelerating twin transition, creating jobs and reducing dependencies. The call for evidence period is running from 20 March 2025 to 17 April 2025.

The European Commission has launched a consultation on a draft delegated regulation specifying how EU-based oil and gas producers will contribute to the EU's 2030 carbon storage target. The regulation, under the EU Net-Zero Industry Act, will establish identification criteria for contributing entities, calculation methods for contributions, and reporting requirements towards the EU's 50m tonne CO2 injection capacity goal. The consultation runs from 19 March 2025 to 16 April 2025.

The European Commission has opened a consultation on the future development and deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs) in Europe. The initiative follows the February 2024 launch of the European Industrial Alliance on SMRs and aims to identify enabling conditions, barriers and milestones for SMR deployment by the early 2030s. Commission adoption of the resulting Communication is planned for Q1 2026. The consultation ends on 4 December 2025.

The European Commission has announced a public consultation on the future of the European automotive industry. This initiative aims to address significant challenges facing the sector, including technological changes, digitalisation, and increased competition. The Commission is developing an EU industrial action plan to protect prosperity, meet climate goals, and ensure a fair transition with high-quality jobs and skills. The consultation seeks input from stakeholders to further develop and refine the initiative until 13 February 2025.