European Green Deal and CE: Developments in Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
The European Union launched the European Green Deal initiative in 2019 to enhance environmental sustainability and combat climate change. This agreement not only affects environmental policies but also directly impacts product safety, energy efficiency, and CE marking processes.
In this article, we explore the reflections of the Green Deal within the scope of CE marking, the new requirements introduced in energy efficiency and sustainability, and the technical contributions of SERTİFİKE in this area.
What is the European Green Deal?
The European Green Deal is a comprehensive strategy that sets the EU’s target of becoming a carbon-neutral continent by 2050. Its main goals include:
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Optimizing the use of natural resources
- Promoting circular economy models
- Creating sustainable production and consumption chains
These objectives require redesigning products to reduce environmental impact and integrating new criteria into CE conformity processes.
The Link Between CE Marking and the Green Deal
Energy-Related Products (ErP) Directive
To promote energy-efficient products, the 2009/125/EC ErP Directive (Ecodesign) for CE-marked products has gained increased importance under the Green Deal. The directive now includes:
- Stricter energy consumption limits
- Environmental performance tracking throughout the product life cycle
- Criteria for repairability and reusability
Energy Labeling Regulations
For many CE-marked products (refrigerators, TVs, air conditioners, etc.), the energy label has become as crucial as the CE mark in informing consumers. The EU has revised the labeling system, simplifying it from A to G categories.
New Regulations and Sustainability Requirements
♻️ Circular Economy Principles
The Green Deal has introduced new elements to CE processes aiming to reduce the environmental impact of products:
- Product repairability and part replacement
- Use of recyclable materials
- Minimum packaging and mandatory recyclable labeling
📦 Packaging and Waste Management
New regulations require packaging to meet criteria such as:
- Reduced carbon footprint
- Plastic usage restrictions
- Mandatory recycling rates
Conclusion
The European Green Deal is now not just an environmental consideration but a mandatory component of CE marking processes. The energy efficiency, environmental impact, and recyclability of products are now essential parts of CE compliance.
At SERTİFİKE, we support your product’s journey by improving both technical compliance and sustainability performance. The European market now demands not only safe but also green products.
