You are here:

Consultation on the Implementation of the Market Surveillance and Enforcement Requirements of the Eco-design of Energy Using Products and Energy Labelling Framework Directives

The Eco-design of Energy Using Products (2005/32/EC) and Energy Labelling (92/75/EC ) Framework Directives require manufacturers to ensure that the products they place on the market perform above the minimum standard set by EuP, and within the claimed performance declared on the energy label. The Energy Labelling Framework Directive also includes a requirement on distributors to ensure that they display an energy label at the point of sale. 

Given the number of implementing measures recently agreed or planned for agreement over the coming 2-3 years, it is important to now look at enforcement options with a view to put in place an appropriate Market Surveillance Authority with adequate resources and powers to safeguard the significant benefits of these directives.

This consultation therefore seeks your views on:

  • Part 1 – Who should carry out the Market Surveillance and Enforcement activities moving forward.
  • Part 2 – Expansion of the enforcement options available to the enforcement body.
  • Part 3 – Draft Government guidance documents for the first 5 implementing measures recently agreed in Europe under the EUP.

The closing date for responses to this consultation is: Friday 4th September.

Further information

Page modified: 22 September 2009
Page published: 11 June 2009