Ecodesign

Ecodesign is a product design approach that integrates environmental aspects from the design phase. It aims to reduce environmental impact throughout the product life cycle (raw materials, production, use, end of life). The ESPR regulation imposes ecodesign requirements for certain products. Verisav records ecodesign information in the DPP, thus facilitating environmental impact assessment. Ecodesign is a proactive approach that consists of taking environmental impact into account from the design phase, rather than attempting to reduce this impact after market launch. It relies on life cycle assessment (LCA) to identify the most impactful phases and optimize design accordingly. Ecodesign principles include: reduction of raw material consumption, use of recycled or renewable materials, reduction of energy consumption during production and use, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, facilitation of repair and maintenance, facilitation of disassembly and recycling at end of life, and reduction of waste generated. The ESPR regulation imposes ecodesign requirements for many product categories, particularly in terms of durability, repairability, recyclability, energy efficiency and carbon footprint. These requirements apply progressively from 2027 according to product categories. Ecodesign can also bring economic benefits to companies: reduction of raw material costs, improved brand image, competitive differentiation, and compliance with future regulations. The DPP enables documentation of all ecodesign approaches: material choices, optimized production processes, durability and repairability characteristics, recycling information, etc. Verisav integrates this information into the DPP, enabling consumers to make informed choices and companies to value their ecodesign efforts.