ECOS replied to a recent public consultation by the European Commission regarding the upcoming carbon border adjustment mechanism, highlighting the need for a fair implementation supported by accurate data.
We are excited to welcome a new member to the ECOS Network: Žiedine Ekonomika is a Lithuanian non-profit organisation with the objective to promote the principles of a circular economy among business and government institutions.
ECOS has issued a favourable opinion on the final draft Technical Report TR 45550, putting an end to the first generation of material efficiency deliverables developed under the CEN-CENELEC Joint Technical Committee 10 “Energy-related products - Material Efficiency Aspects for Ecodesign”.
The transition period for introducing new energy labels for dishwashers, fridges, freezers, washing machines, washer driers, electronic displays and TVs is kicking off. Appliance suppliers will start sending the new energy labels to retailers as of 1 November. For the next four months, however, shops will continue displaying old labels – as of 1 March 2021 retailers will have two weeks to replace them all with new ones.
ECOS is looking for a motivated Finance & Admin Assistant to support the work of our Operations Team
ECOS seeks to commission a study exploring the use and meaning of labels used on plastic products worldwide. With this work, ECOS intends to assess the relevance, credibility, comparability, and the understanding among consumers of these labels and environmental claims.
We are looking for a highly motivated Programme Manager to join our Climate & Energy team, with a particular focus on the field of Ecodesign and Energy Labelling.
ECOS is co-funded by the European Commission and EFTA
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