In June, the horizontal standardisation groups CEN-CENELEC Ecodesign Coordination group (Eco-CG) and its Task Force 2 working on Uncertainties, Tolerances and Anti-circumvention (Eco-CG/TF2) co-organised a workshop on the problem of rule-bending
The standard series EN 4555X will support the introduction of ecodesign requirements on material efficiency aspects for energy-related products by providing horizontal methods. The new common methods are expected to be a boost for companies wishing to communicate on the possibility to repair, reuse and recycle their products.
The European Commission will soon be drafting a new Ecodesign Working Plan to set out its priorities for the next 2020-2024 Ecodesign and Energy Labelling framework.
ECOS supports a new standard for USB-C cables, expected to make it easier to use a single charger across different devices, thus helping consumers reduce electronic waste.
ECOS calls on the European Commission to request the appropriate standardisation organisations to swiftly develop harmonised test methods for the measurement of tyre abrasion.
ECOS asked for additional testing methods for measuring screen luminance and energy efficiency of digital signage screens as part of our response to the first draft version of the standardisation request put forward by the European Commission for electronic displays.
ECOS is advocating for strong standards to set clear definitions and test methods based on real-life conditions for compostable and biodegradable plastics. Without robust methods, consumers may be misled into buying harmful products.
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