Ecodesign methodology
The Methodology for the Ecodesign of Energy-using Products (MEEuP) was developed in 2005 to allow investigating whether and which eco-design requirements are appropriate for energy-using products under the Ecodesign Directive.
In accordance with Annexes 1 and 2 of the Ecodesign Directive, the methodology allows investigating all stages of the life cycle of the products, all environmental aspects as well as technical and economic issues.
In 2009, the scope of the Ecodesign Directive was extended to energy related products.
A study has been conducted to provide the Commission with the necessary background to review the effectiveness of the MEEuP and extend the methodology to Energy-related Products.
The final report of the study (published in December 2011):
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Methodology report (Part 1 - Methods)
[2 MB] -
Methodology report (Part 2 - Environmental policies & data) [5 MB]
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Project report [4 MB]
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EcoReport Calculations' template
[2 MB]
This updated methodology, 'MEErP', has been endorsed by the Ecodesign Consultation Forum of 20 January 2012, and will be used by the Commission as the basis for studies from this point onwards to prepare draft implementing measures.
Website of the study:
Documents related to the 2005 MEEuP for energy –using products:
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Methodology Final Report [2 MB]
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Product Cases Report [6 MB]
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Project Report [7 MB]
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Tool for EcoReport Calculations [2 MB]
