EU Ecolabel Certification

What is Ecolabel Certification?

Ecolabel certification is a certification system that evaluates conformity with the standards set to keep the environmental impact of products and services to a minimum. The certification encourages environmentally responsible production and consumption practices and supports sustainable development goals.

The Purpose of the Ecolabel

The core purpose of the Ecolabel is to encourage environmental sustainability, raise the use of environmentally responsible products and services, and raise market recognition and preference for these products. The certification gives consumers and businesses the chance to make environmentally responsible choices.

Scope and Application of Ecolabel Certification

The Ecolabel covers many products and services. This includes cleaning products, electronic devices, clothing, tourism services, and other consumer products and services.

Steps in Applying the Ecolabel

• Application and initial evaluation: businesses apply for the Ecolabel certification process, and Eurocert evaluates the current environmental impacts of products and services.
• Conformity analysis: Eurocert analyses the conformity of products and services with Ecolabel standards and identifies the improvements required.
• Testing and verification: products and services are tested and verified against the defined environmental performance criteria.
• Certification and follow-up: based on conformity, the certificate is issued, and regular audits are carried out to provide for the ongoing conformity of products and services with the standards.

Eurocert Services in the Ecolabel Certification Process

• Pre-evaluation and planning: Eurocert analyses businesses' current state and identifies the steps required for conformity with Ecolabel certification.
• Training and awareness-building: Eurocert provides training and information on Ecolabel standards and practices to business staff.
• Certification and audit: Eurocert manages the certification process and conducts audits to provide for businesses' ongoing conformity with Ecolabel standards.