ECOS works to promote preparation for reuse and material-efficient recycling in policies and standards, at the same time making sure that waste prevention strategies are prioritised. Our aim is to achieve appropriate waste management and prevent landfilling or incineration of valuable resources.
View moreECOS campaigns for an ambitious implementation of the ecodesign & energy labelling policies, which is vital for the success of the circular and clean energy agendas.
View moreOur goal is to ensure an effective participation of the environmental voice in a more transparent and inclusive standardisation system resulting in standards fit to support EU policy objectives and environmental challenges.
View moreECOS works to cut our global plastic footprint and ensure clean material loops in a circular plastics economy by engaging in standards and related policy developments.
View moreECOS works to reduce GHG emissions from the transport sector through increased market-share of electric vehicles (EVs) and their proper integration into the electricity grid. To this end, electromobility infrastructure should be smart, interoperable, secure and cost-effective.
View moreStandards can help define, assess, manage and disclose the contribution of investments and financing activities to the achievement of long-term climate goals. ECOS works to make sure that they contribute to the implementation of the Paris Agreement and the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
View moreHome gas leaks more than doubled, on average, when best-selling models of cooking hobs were supplied with hydrogen blended with fossil gas under normal household conditions, compared to tests using fossil gas only. The same test on household boilers saw leaks rise by an average of 20%. Have we finally reached the end of the road for the hype of hydrogen in our homes? Read on to find out why hydrogen for domestic use is a dead end.
Are you committed to waste prevention and interested in learning more about environmental campaigning and/or EU policy processes? Help us speed progress towards ambitious EU repair regulations, and fight against premature obsolescence!
More people than ever attended UNEA-6, the latest United Nations Environment Assembly held in Nairobi last month. ECOS was present and contributed to the negotiations, giving input to resolutions that shape the global environmental agenda. Consensus-based policymaking is a tough and compromising process, but there were some roses among the thorns. Find out more from our blog.
In 2023, ECOS pushed to create momentum for ambitious political decisions, which would bring us a step closer to tackling the triple planetary crisis.
Download the pdfECOS is an international network of environmental NGOs. Our members support our mission to defend environmental interests in the development of standards and product regulations. The ECOS membership package offers a range of benefits and unique access to information and events. Meet our members, learn about the ECOS membership packages and find out about how to become a member.
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