Frederik Kiel Jespersen
Frederik Kiel is Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Repax, where he architects technology solutions that bridge the gap between regulatory compliance and sustainable business practices. He focuses on building scalable infrastructure that transforms complex environmental responsibilities into actionable insights. With a commitment to better technology as a force for environmental stewardship, Frederik works at the intersection of compliance innovation and circular economy advancement.
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What is an environmental impact assessment (EIA)?
Glossary
An Environmental Impact Assessment predicts a project's effects on nature and people before it starts, involving the community to reduce harm and support sustainable, responsible development.
What are greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions?
Glossary
Greenhouse gases trap heat, warming Earth. Too much causes climate change. Cutting emissions by using clean energy, recycling, and saving energy helps protect our planet’s future.
What is a book-and-claim system?
Glossary
A Book-and-Claim System lets companies support recycled or renewable products by buying certificates, showing they fund green production even if the exact product isn’t physically traced.
What is life cycle assessment (LCA)?
Glossary
Life Cycle Assessment measures a product’s total environmental impact—from raw materials to disposal—helping reduce waste, improve recycling, and support a circular, sustainable economy.
What is the market surveillance authority?
Glossary
A Market Surveillance Authority ensures products meet safety and environmental rules, supports circular economy by promoting recyclable, safe items, and protects consumers and the planet.
What is carbon neutral?
Glossary
Carbon neutral means balancing the carbon you emit with actions that remove or reduce the same amount, helping fight climate change and support a healthier, more sustainable future.
What are corrective measures for non-compliance?
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Corrective measures fix environmental harm from not following rules. They stop pollution, improve practices, and protect nature, helping businesses and communities stay responsible and sustainable.
What is a needs assessment (EPR)?
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Needs assessment in EPR checks what’s missing in waste collection, recycling, laws, and funding to improve systems. It helps design better ways to reduce waste and boost recycling.
What is self-declaration?
Glossary
Self-declaration lets businesses quickly and honestly confirm their eco-friendly practices, boosting trust and helping drive sustainability and circular economy efforts without lengthy checks.
What is RecyClass?
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RecyClass helps companies design recyclable plastics, certifies recycling processes, tracks recycled content, and offers training to boost circular economy and sustainability in Europe.
What is a stewardship plan?
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A stewardship plan guides responsible care of land and resources, balancing use with protection to keep nature healthy, support sustainability, and reduce waste for today and future generations.
What is the mass balance approach?
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The Mass Balance Approach tracks materials through production and recycling, ensuring recycled content claims are true. It boosts transparency, supports circular economy, and reduces waste.