The European Commission adopts its 2025-2030 work plan on ecodesign and energy labeling for sustainable products
The European Commission has published the 2025-2030 Work Plan for Ecodesign of Sustainable Products and Energy Labeling (COM (2025) 187 final). This strategic document, adopted in the context of the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Energy Labelling Framework Regulation (ELFR), sets the priorities for ecological requirements applicable to products marketed in the European Union (EU) over the next five years. This new direction aims to respond simultaneously to environmental, energy and economic challenges, while strengthening the competitiveness of European companies.
The ecodesign requirements are intended to reduce the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle, improve their repairability, recyclability and recycled content, and promote transparency through the Digital Product Passport.
The success of the current ecodesign and energy labeling framework, which led to a 12% reduction in final energy consumption in the EU by 2023, serves as model. The new ambition nows extends to a broader range of products.
The plan is based on the legal foundation of the ESPR Regulation (EU) 2024, and aligns with other European instruments, including the upcoming Digital Product Passport, the revised textile labeling regulation, the Right to Repair Directive (EU/2024/1799) and support mechanisms for sustainable public procurement.
Regulatory priorities 2025-2030: targeted strategic sectors
The plan defines priority products groups based on their potential for environmental improvement, their impact on value chains and their economic weight. It outlines specific or cross-cutting requirements for the following categories:
Final products (indicative adoption timeline):
- Textiles / clothing (2027)
- Furniture (2028)
- Tires (2027)
- Mattresses (2029)
Intermediate products:
- Iron and steel (2026)
- Aluminum (2027)
Horizontal requirements:
- Repairability, including a scoring system (2027)
- Recycled content and recyclability of electrical and electronic equipment (2029))
In addition, sixteen energy-related product categories from the previous work plan (2022-2024) are renewed, including televisions, washing machines, motors, electric vehicle charger and portable electronic devices.
Significant environmental and economic impact
The products targeted by this plan represent around 1,000 billion euros in annual sales in the European Union, and are responsible for around 31% of the climate impact of European household consumption. Expected benefits include:
- Substantial reductions in energy and raw materials consumption
- Extended product lifetimes
- Savings for households estimated at up to 736 euros a year by 2030
- New market opportunities for European companies committed to the ecological transition.
Transparency, traceability and market surveillance
All products concerned will be subject to a Digital Product Passport ensuring access to reliable data on their environmental performance, reparability, the possible presence of substances of concern and their end-of-life information.
A particular focus is placed on cooperation with Member States to strengthen market surveillance and combat non-compliant products, especially in e-commerce.
The plan is also intended to be a process of in-depth consultation with stakeholders, Member States, civil society and international partners. Particular attention is being paid to the compatibility of European requirements with international trade. Support measures will be implemented to assist economic operators in third countries.
However, the European Commission insists on one key principle: avoid any disproportionate administrative burden, particularly for SMEs. Harmonizing rules will lower compliance costs and ensure economies of scale in a European market.
The document also includes a mid-term review planned for 2028, to adjust priorities according to the results obtained and market trends.
Do you need help?
EcoMundo offers its regulatory expertise to support you at every stage of your products' life cycle:
- Analysis of the impact of future ESPR and ELFR requirements on your portfolio
- Integration of reparability, recycled content and traceability criteria into your development processes
- Digital Product Passport (DPP) preparation and centralized document management
- Ongoing regulatory monitoring and support for market inspections and audits
Our team of experts can help you anticipate changes, minimize the risks of non-compliance and transform your regulatory obligations into sustainable competitive levers.
👉 Contact us today to define your ESPR 2025-2030 compliance strategy.
The European Commission has published the 2025-2030 Work Plan for Ecodesign of Sustainable Products and Energy Labeling (COM (2025) 187 final). This strategic document, adopted in the context of the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Energy Labelling Framework Regulation (ELFR), sets the priorities for ecological requirements applicable to products marketed in the European Union (EU) over the next five years. This new direction aims to respond simultaneously to environmental, energy and economic challenges, while strengthening the competitiveness of European companies.
The ecodesign requirements are intended to reduce the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle, improve their repairability, recyclability and recycled content, and promote transparency through the Digital Product Passport.
The success of the current ecodesign and energy labeling framework, which led to a 12% reduction in final energy consumption in the EU by 2023, serves as model. The new ambition nows extends to a broader range of products.
The plan is based on the legal foundation of the ESPR Regulation (EU) 2024, and aligns with other European instruments, including the upcoming Digital Product Passport, the revised textile labeling regulation, the Right to Repair Directive (EU/2024/1799) and support mechanisms for sustainable public procurement.
Regulatory priorities 2025-2030: targeted strategic sectors
The plan defines priority products groups based on their potential for environmental improvement, their impact on value chains and their economic weight. It outlines specific or cross-cutting requirements for the following categories:
Final products (indicative adoption timeline):
- Textiles / clothing (2027)
- Furniture (2028)
- Tires (2027)
- Mattresses (2029)
Intermediate products:
- Iron and steel (2026)
- Aluminum (2027)
Horizontal requirements:
- Repairability, including a scoring system (2027)
- Recycled content and recyclability of electrical and electronic equipment (2029))
In addition, sixteen energy-related product categories from the previous work plan (2022-2024) are renewed, including televisions, washing machines, motors, electric vehicle charger and portable electronic devices.
Significant environmental and economic impact
The products targeted by this plan represent around 1,000 billion euros in annual sales in the European Union, and are responsible for around 31% of the climate impact of European household consumption. Expected benefits include:
- Substantial reductions in energy and raw materials consumption
- Extended product lifetimes
- Savings for households estimated at up to 736 euros a year by 2030
- New market opportunities for European companies committed to the ecological transition.
Transparency, traceability and market surveillance
All products concerned will be subject to a Digital Product Passport ensuring access to reliable data on their environmental performance, reparability, the possible presence of substances of concern and their end-of-life information.
A particular focus is placed on cooperation with Member States to strengthen market surveillance and combat non-compliant products, especially in e-commerce.
The plan is also intended to be a process of in-depth consultation with stakeholders, Member States, civil society and international partners. Particular attention is being paid to the compatibility of European requirements with international trade. Support measures will be implemented to assist economic operators in third countries.
However, the European Commission insists on one key principle: avoid any disproportionate administrative burden, particularly for SMEs. Harmonizing rules will lower compliance costs and ensure economies of scale in a European market.
The document also includes a mid-term review planned for 2028, to adjust priorities according to the results obtained and market trends.
Do you need help?
EcoMundo offers its regulatory expertise to support you at every stage of your products' life cycle:
- Analysis of the impact of future ESPR and ELFR requirements on your portfolio
- Integration of reparability, recycled content and traceability criteria into your development processes
- Digital Product Passport (DPP) preparation and centralized document management
- Ongoing regulatory monitoring and support for market inspections and audits
Our team of experts can help you anticipate changes, minimize the risks of non-compliance and transform your regulatory obligations into sustainable competitive levers.
👉 Contact us today to define your ESPR 2025-2030 compliance strategy.
