The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation moves into implementation

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) establishes the European Union's framework for setting sustainability requirements for products placed on the EU market. By promoting more durable, repairable and resource-efficient products, the regulation aims to strengthen circularity, reduce environmental impacts and support the transition to a more sustainable economy.

The European Commission adopted the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2025-2030 in April 2025, marking an important milestone in the implementation of the ESPR. The working plan identifies the first product groups that will be prioritised for ecodesign requirements over the next five years, guiding the EU's transition towards more sustainable, circular and resource-efficient products.

The first priorities include textiles, furniture, tyres, mattresses, iron and steel, and aluminium, alongside horizontal measures on repairability and recycled content for electrical and electronic equipment. The Commission will also continue updating ecodesign and energy labelling requirements for a range of energy-related products.

Another key element of the ESPR is the introduction of the Digital Product Passport, which will improve access to information on product sustainability, durability, repairability and material composition throughout the value chain. The working plan also confirms a phased approach, with plans to assess additional product groups as implementation progresses, and a mid-term review scheduled for 2028.

The adoption of the working plan provides greater clarity on the implementation timeline for the ESPR and represents an important step towards establishing a harmonised framework for sustainable products across the EU single market.