The Association of the European Chambers of Commerce and Industry - Eurochambres supports the introduction of an eco-design instrument that considers all aspects of the life cycle of a product, while respecting the principle of proportionality. However, the new performance and information requirements must meaningfully contribute to the improvement of the products circularity. The burden on businesses must be proportionate and the competitiveness of the European economy must not be jeopardized.
Eurochambres welcomes the objectives of the regulation on eco-design requirements for sustainable products proposed by the European Commission, as part of the circular economy package. The proposal addresses the design of products and sets new requirements to make products more durable, reliable, reusable, upgradable, reparable, easier to maintain, refurbish and recycle, and energy and resource efficient. In principle, The Association believes that the framework for improving the environmental performance of products has the potential for economic success. Nevertheless, we stress that, introducing excessive eco-design requirements can limit the diversity of products on the market and hinder innovation. Corresponding specifications on the durability, repair-friendliness and recyclability of products should therefore give companies sufficient flexibility in developing new products. Moreover, it must also be ensured that the new regulation does not impose excessive bureaucratic burdens on businesses and that their competitiveness in the European market is not jeopardized. Lastly, the protection of confidential business data and intellectual property rights within the scope of the digital products passport will be of utmost importance.
Eurochambres full position here: https://t.co/Y7oKcctfzp
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