Preparatory study for the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2020-2024

The preparatory study launched by the European Commission will inform and assist the Commission in preparing the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2020-2024 as part of the implementation of the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC and Energy Labelling Regulation (EU) 2017/1369. The following tasks will be established: - Developing the approach for identification and prioritisation of products for the working plan with a view to better take into account environmental impacts in all life-cycle stages and circular economy aspects such as products durability, reparability, recyclability and/or recycled content. Analysing the product groups and horizontal initiatives regarding sales, stock, resource consumption, improvement potential, environmental impacts, regulatory coverage and feasibility, market surveillance impact and industrial competitiveness. Informing and assisting the European Commission in its decision-making process to compile the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2020-2024. The study is built on a strong and transparent evidence base derived from scrutinising regulations and available studies, together with a thorough consultation process of relevant stakeholders. As part of the study, Öko-Institut has prepared short studies on the following horizontal topics and initiatives: - Durability and reparability (material efficiency) - Firmware and software - Ecological profile according to Annex I, Part 3 of the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC - Scarce and ecologically critical raw materials - Innovative IT solutions facilitating market surveillance authorities and standard setting