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  • 27 Mar 2026

On 24 to 26 March 2026, EU BRITE hosted the second data assessment workshop for the review of the BREF for the surface treatment of metals and plastics (STM BREF). The workshop fostered a shared understanding and reinforced cooperation among EU Member States, non‑governmental organisations and industry associations, while discussing emissions to water, emissions to air and energy and water consumption.