Regulatory Changes to Expect in 2026

A practical look at regulatory compliance milestones in 2026 and how to prepare for supply chain success 

Regulatory change is not slowing down; it's accelerating. In 2026, compliance teams will face tighter timelines, shifting reporting requirements, and new implementation guidance that raises the bar for traceability and defensible documentation. 

In our webinar, What’s Coming in 2026, Source Intelligence experts walk through the most important developments across product compliance, responsible sourcing, and sustainability-driven extended producer responsibility. 

Turn upcoming 2026 regulations into focused, defensible action. A practical outlook for global supply chains.  

This webinar provides a global outlook on how compliance expectations will shift in 2026 and what those changes mean for day-to-day operations. The discussion spans product compliance, responsible sourcing, and sustainability, with a focus on where enforcement, reporting, and supplier engagement requirements are tightening.  

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What’s covered in the webinar

2026 marks a shift from monitoring regulatory change to actively preparing for enforcement, reporting, and supplier engagement. This session focuses on where requirements are firming up and what compliance teams should begin operationalizing now. 

During the discussion, our expert speakers explored: 

Where 2026 regulatory pressure is increasing

How chemical restrictions, electronics requirements, and sustainability regulations are moving from proposal and guidance into implementation. This shift is raising expectations for documentation, traceability, and supplier engagement. 

PFAS phase-outs and reporting expectations

What accelerating PFAS restrictions and reporting activity across major markets means for product portfolios, supplier data collection, and long-term compliance planning. 

EU implementation and enforcement activity

How upcoming EU guidance and enforcement preparation, particularly around forced labor and chemicals, will shape due diligence expectations well before formal bans or penalties apply. 

Evolving due diligence and responsible sourcing scope

How changes under EU sustainability legislation are refining where companies must focus, with greater emphasis on prioritization, risk-based approaches, and defensible documentation. 

Deforestation and commodity traceability requirements

What upcoming application timelines and streamlined obligations signal for companies sourcing regulated commodities and managing downstream obligations. 

Expanding EPR programs and sustainability obligations 

How the continued growth of packaging and textile EPR programs in the U.S. and EU is increasing the need for accurate product, material, and market data to support ongoing reporting. 

Why watch the full webinar? 

Most compliance teams are managing more requirements with the same resources. 2026 adds complexity in three places at once: chemical restrictions, responsible sourcing enforcement readiness, and EPR expansion. To be successful in 2026, your team should be prepared to:  

  • Identify 2026 deadlines that impact products, suppliers, and reporting plans with efficiency 
  • Strengthen traceability and documentation ahead of compliance deadlines 
  • Manage expanding packaging and textile EPR obligations across regions 
  • Translate regulatory change into clear internal actions to meet compliance 

Meet the speakers

Thomas Ray – Head of Sales, Source Intelligence

Thomas Ray 

Tom is the Head of Sales at Source Intelligence, bringing extensive experience in enterprise sales leadership within the risk and compliance technology space. He has spent over a decade in senior leadership and enterprise sales roles, supporting global organizations with ethics, risk, and compliance solutions. Tom works closely with customers to address evolving regulatory and sustainability requirements across complex global supply chains. He brings a pragmatic, customer-focused perspective to compliance, helping organizations translate regulatory complexity into scalable business outcomes. 

 

Tiana Broderick – Senior Sustainability Consultant, Source Intelligence 

Tiahna Broderick 

Tiana is a Senior Sustainability Consultant at Source Intelligence, based in the UK. She brings over a decade of experience in compliance data analysis, including seven years specializing in environmental compliance. With deep expertise in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Tiahna serves as a trusted subject matter expert in global e-waste, packaging, and battery legislation. In her role, she supports organizations by evaluating EPR obligations and delivering outsourced reporting and compliance consultancy, helping companies navigate complex and evolving global regulations.

 

Watch the webinar to understand what’s changing in 2026 and what your team should start preparing for now. 

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