EU Actions on Ecodesign and Energy Labelling

摘要

In its recently issued special report, the European Court of Auditors (ECA) acknowledged that EU Ecodesign and Energy labels are improving energy efficiency. The ECA report concludes that EU Ecodesign and Energy Labelling policy has fulfilled its primary objective of reducing the energy consumption of household and industrial products whilst improving consumer awareness. Nevertheless, the report has identified certain shortcomings, mainly referring to delays in the regulatory process and limitations in market surveillance. The report also highlights several issues with the Commission's 'package delivery' approach to implementation, where readily available measures are delayed until the whole package of measures is ready.