'Strong support' for UK's proposed Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations
The UK Government has announced strong support for its proposals impacting certain energy-related products, such as washing machines, dryers and refrigerators, as well as welding equipment.
This follows a consulation on the draft Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations.
As a result, the government will publish regulations later in 2021 to implement the following:
- Updated ecodesign requirements for electric motors, household washing machines/washer-dryers, household dishwashers, household refrigeration and electronic displays
- Introduce ecodesign requirements for welding equipment and commercial refrigeration
- introduce energy labelling requirements for commercial refrigeration
The government received 22 responses to its consultation from a range of stakeholders including:
- Trade associations
- Manufacturers
- Environmental NGOs
- Waste management organisations
- A consumer body, retailer and local government authority
Alongside the consultation, three meetings were held with product manufacturers, trade associations representing manufacturers and other groups representing UK industry.
More information on the proposed regulations is available here.
