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EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR): An Overview

The EU creates ESPR. This rule embeds sustainability into device design and life. It targets electronic devices sold in the EU. The plan links to the EU Green Deal’s Circular Economy Action Plan. The rule sets clear, close requirements on energy use, repair needs, and recycling options. It also manages how unsold goods affect the environment.

Key Objectives and Scope

• ESPR cuts environmental impact across product life.
• It keeps products in a circular economy.
• ESPR builds on older rules, broadening eco-needs for more products.
• It adds Digital Product Passports for clearer sustainability data.

Digital Product Passports (DPPs)

• DPPs store tamper-proof data on a product.
• They list materials, origins, and repair details.
• They help check for regulatory compliance.
• They boost traceability on the supply chain.

Labeling and Consumer Information

ESPR sets strict rules for clear labels:

• Labels show energy ratings (A to G).
• They list carbon footprints and environmental marks.
• They display product parts, durability, and repair data.
• They give manufacturer details and serial numbers.
• They use pictograms for risks or uses when needed.

Example: A smartphone shows six key features, like battery life and repair ease. Its label works with the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) and a QR code. This approach makes info close and clear.

Implications for Manufacturers and Consumers

• Manufacturers must check and share data on demand.
• The rule builds common standards for similar products.
• It sparks design innovation for eco-friendly products.
• It stops waste by banning the destruction of unsold goods.

Summary

ESPR sets firm rules to drive sustainable electronics in Europe. It links durability, energy use, and recycling with digital passports and clear labels. ESPR underpins the EU Green Deal’s goal for a climate-neutral, circular economy and guides future product design and life management.

References

• European Commission, Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation
• Circularise, A Guide to the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
• Ecochain, Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
• European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL)

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