The Ecodesign legislation works by setting minimum
energy efficiency and environmental requirements for
household and industrial products. EU energy labels
provide information to consumers on the products’ energy
consumption and environmental performance, and help
them make informed decisions.
We found that EU actions contributed effectively to
reaching the objectives of the Ecodesign and Energy
Labelling policy, but that effectiveness was reduced by
significant delays in the regulatory process and
non-compliance by manufacturers and retailers.
Our recommendations to the Commission address
improvements to the regulatory process and the way the
impact of the policy is measured, as well as actions to
facilitate exchange of information between Market
Surveillance Authorities and to improve compliance with
the policy.
ECA special report pursuant to Article 287(4), second
subparagraph, TFEU.