Today, the European Commission approved the 2025-2030 work plan for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Energy Labelling Regulation.
The plan provides a list of products prioritized for ecodesign and energy labelling requirements over the next five years. This aims to promote sustainable, repairable, circular, and energy-efficient products across Europe, aligning with the Clean Industrial Deal and the Competitiveness Compass.
The priority products include steel and aluminium, textiles (especially apparel), furniture, tyres, and mattresses. These are chosen for their potential impact on the circular economy.
Harmonized product sustainability requirements at the EU level will enhance the single market, prevent trade barriers, create a level playing field, reduce administrative burdens, and strengthen the global competitiveness of sustainable products.
Additionally, the Commission will introduce horizontal measures for repairability requirements for products like consumer electronics and small household appliances. This includes a repairability score for the most potential products and recyclability requirements for electrical and electronic equipment.
The selection of products in this work plan is based on an inclusive process with stakeholders, reflecting input from both stakeholders and Member States. It is grounded in a thorough technical analysis and criteria related to the EUs climate, environmental, and energy efficiency goals, along with an extensive consultation process, including through the Ecodesign Forum.
Future ecodesign and energy labelling requirements for selected products will involve two elements:
- product performance, such as minimum durability, energy and resource efficiency, availability of spare parts, or minimum recycled content;
- and/or product information, including key features like the products carbon and environmental footprint. This information will mainly be available via the Digital Product Passport or, for energy-labelled products, through the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL).
In developing ecodesign requirements, the Commission will consider the needs of SMEs, particularly micro-enterprises and small mid-caps, ensuring tailored support is available to them.
Next Steps
Ecodesign and energy labelling requirements will be set via delegated acts on a product-by-product basis or for groups of similar products. This will be based on thorough preparatory studies and impact assessments, involving stakeholders and interested parties throughout the process, including the newly established Ecodesign Forum.
For some energy-related products, ongoing work under the Ecodesign Directive should continue, with relevant requirements adopted by 31 December 2026.
Background
The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) aims to improve the sustainability of products in the EU market by enhancing their circularity, energy performance, recyclability, and durability while improving the Single Market and strengthening the EU economys competitiveness and resilience. Adopted in July 2024, it builds on the successful approach pioneered under the EUs current ecodesign and energy labelling frameworks.
Together with the Energy Labelling Framework Regulation (ELFR), the ESPR facilitates consumer choice towards more sustainable and energy-efficient products.
The current work plan continues efforts begun on 16 energy-related products (such as dishwashers, electric motors, EV chargers, or displays) from the 2022-2024 ecodesign and energy labelling work plan.
For More Information
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products and Energy Labelling work plan 2025-2030
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation
European Commission web page on Sustainable Products Regulation
Ecodesign and energy labelling for energy-related products