Looking back, I think one must draw a mixed conclusion. The European Commission started with ambitious goals. Many of these were then squandered in the legislative process, and therefore fell short of expectations.
Professionally, it was probably the most challenging legislative period in the history of the REWE Group: the large number of different initiatives posed major challenges for the entire organization – from the EU Supply chain Directive (CSDDD) to the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR). We do not observe enthusiasm from our colleagues when we present yet another new initiative from Brussels in our internal board meetings.