Fraunhofer Institute for Reliability and Microintegration IZM
Fraunhofer Institute for Reliability and Microintegration IZM

Project "Pilot Studies on Implementing the European Ecodesign Directive" (EuP/ErP pilot studies)

Directive 2009/125/EG of the European Parliament and of the Council of October 21st, 2009 to create a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for the ecofriendly design of energy-using products (ErP Directive) replaces Directive 2005/32/EC of July 6th 2005 (EuP Directive) and is commonly also referred to as the Ecodesign Directive.

The coming into effect of the European Ecodesign Directive calls for comprehensive action by manufacturers and retailers, including those in the ICT, electrical engineering and electronics branches.

Examples of game-changers include minimum efficiency requirements for power supplies, the average power consumption of products in various operating states (network standby, standby/off) and product-specific energy-efficiency labeling, as had already been developed for televisions as part of the Ecodesign Directive.    

Fraunhofer IZM is an established contact for both industry and policy on questions regarding the Ecodesign Directive. By participating in numerous preparatory studies (TREN Lot 4, TREN Lot 5, TREN Lot 6, TREN Lot 7, TREN Lot 18, ENTR Lot 5, ENER Lot 26) Fraunhofer IZM gathered comprehensive know-how in environmental analysis and assessment of the existing products, electronics/IT-specific technology trends and socio-economic factors in competition.     

We can help you prepare strategically for the forthcoming requirements and help you implement ecodesign solutions effectively.

Projects relating to pilot studies on implementing the European Ecodesign Directive

EuP TREN Lot 4 “Imaging Equipment”

This EuP preparatory study was completed in 2007 and focused on copy machines, printers, scanners and other imaging devices. The study recommended a number of specific implementing measures. We are currently providing consultation on a voluntary agreement initiative.

EuP TREN Lot 5 „Televisions“

The EuP preparatory study TREN Lot 5 on televisions was completed in 2007. The study led to the passing of the Commission Delegated Regulation (EC) 642/2009, which specifies minimum requirements for power consumption and Commission Delegated Regulation (EC) 1062/2010 on energy consumption labeling.

EuP TREN Lot 6 „Standby and Off-Mode Losses“

The EuP preparatory study TREN Lot 6 on low-power modes, a topic affecting a range of electronic manufacturing areas, was completed in 2007. The study led to the passing of Commission Delegated Regulation (EC) 1275/2008, which set thresholds for idling and stand-by losses. It also addressed the topic of “networked standby”, which was further explored in the subsequent study ENER Lot 26.

EuP ENER Lot 26 „Networked Standby Losses“

The EuP preparatory study ENER Lot 26 on networked standby losses, which like that on standby and off-mode losses, affects a variety of electronics sectors, was completed in 2011. The study demonstrated the need for integrated and interoperable power-management solutions.

EuP TREN Lot 7 „External Power Supplies and Battery Chargers

The EuP preparatory study TREN Lot 7 on battery chargers and power supplies was completed in 2006. The study led to directive (EC) 278/2009, whose specifications included minimum energy efficiency requirements.

EuP TREN Lot 18 „Complex Settop Boxes“

The EuP preparatory study TREN Lot 18 on complex set-top boxes was completed in 2008. The study recommended a number of specific implementing measures. We are currently providing consultation on a voluntary agreement initiative.

EuP ENTR Lot 5 „Machine Tools”

The EuP preparatory study ENTR Lot 5 on machine tools was initiated in 2010. Fraunhofer IZM is cooperating with the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology (IPK) on this study.

Funding

Europäische Kommission

Referat DG ENER

Europäische Kommission

Referat DG ENTR

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