EU Mandates USB-C Charging Standards for Notebooks (heise.de)

• Mandatory USB-C charging for laptops effective April 28, 2026.
• Policy aimed at curbing e-waste and streamlining consumer hardware.
• Exemptions provided for high-power devices with unique requirements.

"Starting April 28, 2026, the EU requires all new notebooks to support charging via USB-C ports. This regulatory move is designed to standardize hardware interfaces, diminish electronic waste, and enhance consumer convenience across the single market. While the directive enforces universality, it includes exemptions for high-performance devices that exceed the current power delivery capabilities of the USB-C standard. This policy is a significant step in the EU’s ongoing effort to mandate common charging solutions for consumer electronics."