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What is the Eco-design of Energy Using Products (EuP) about?
The Energy Using Products Directive (EuP)
The EuP Directive 2005/32/EC is a framework directive with the intention of setting out the minimum requirements for eco-design for energy using products. Presently the focus of the implementing measures is on “energy-in-use”. However, the directive’s scope has the potential to cover the whole life cycle of products.
The Directive was transported into UK law under Statutory Instrument (SI 2007 No:2037) and came into force on 11th August 2007.
For information on the energy labelling Framework Directive please see our sister website: www.bis.gov.uk/nmo/energylabelling
What are the policy objectives and the intended effects?
Defra says:
“Benefits of implementing a robust compliance and enforcement regime include:
- a) cost savings in the form of reduced consumer energy bills, CO2 emissions savings and other environmental benefits;
- b) delivery of the 2007 Energy White Paper commitments on raising product energy efficiency standards and stimulating global competition;
- c) contribution towards the UK's 80% CO2 reduction targets; and
- d) creating a level playing field for UK business. Failure to implement an effective compliance and enforcement regime could also result in significant EU fines and reputational damage for the UK”. Source: www.defra.gov.uk