Italy implements Greenwashing Directive

On 9 March 2026, Italy has implemented Directive (EU) 2024/825 (Greenwashing Directive) through the publication of Legislative Decree No. 30 of 20 February 2026. This decree amends the Consumer Code by introducing new definitions, such as “environmental claim” and “sustainability label”, while sanctioning new misleading practices or omissions and expanding the “black list” of prohibited […]