Energy Efficient Products
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Secretariat’s actions
Secretariat’s actions
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Timeline and tasks
Timeline
Dec 2009The Energy Community’s engagement with energy labelling began with the adoption of Decision 2009/05/MC-EnC, which incorporated the EU’s first energy labelling framework into its legal framework.
Sep 2010Adoption of new directives and expansion of the scope to all energy-related products (not just household appliances).
Nov 2018Adoption of the new Framework Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 setting a framework for energy labelling of energy-related products, and product-specific delegated acts.
Dec 2019Deadline for transposition of the Framework Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 and listed delegated acts.
Dec 2022Adoption of rescaled A–G energy labels for displays, washing machines, washer-dryers, light sources, refrigerators, and dishwashers under the Energy Community framework, supplementing Regulation (EU) 2017/1369.
Aug 2023Deadline in the Energy Community for supplier obligations under the new labelling rules to take effect. By this date, manufacturers and importers must be providing the new labels and product information sheets to dealers so that the updated labels can be used.
Dec 2023Deadline for full transposition and application of the rescaled energy label regulations in all Energy Community Contracting Parties.
Tasks
- Competent authorities from Contracting Parties transpose the Energy Labelling Framework Regulation into national law and adopt corresponding implementing regulations, typically structured as technical rulebooks.
- National market surveillance authorities actively oversee compliance, ensuring adherence to energy labeling requirements and enforcement mechanisms.
- The Energy Community Secretariat assists Contracting Parties in transposing and applying labelling regulations within national legislation.
- The Energy Community Energy Efficiency Coordination Group (EECG) facilitates effective implementation, supporting best practices, exchanging information, and harmonizing approaches across Contracting Parties.
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Legal basis and purpose
Legal basis and purpose
The Energy Labelling Regulation serves as a crucial tool for ensuring transparency in energy efficiency, allowing consumers to make well-informed decisions when purchasing products. It establishes clear guidelines for suppliers and distributors, enhancing market accountability while promoting sustainable energy consumption.
Key provisions of the regulation include:
- Standardized labelling system, including a rescaled A-G energy label, replacing outdated classifications to provide clearer efficiency comparisons.
- Standard product information requirements, helping consumers evaluate product performance and making informed purchasing decisions.
- Enforcement mechanisms with strong role of market surveillance authorities, ensuring compliance with the requirements set out in the Regulation and the relevant delegated acts.
Eco-Design requirements complement the Labelling Regulation by setting minimum efficiency standards for products. While Eco-Design policy is not formally part of the Energy Community legal framework, it is frequently transposed and implemented—either voluntarily or as part of the EU accession process by Contracting Parties. This parallel approach supports a broader transition to sustainable and efficient energy technologies across the region.
