legislation and compliance
Legislation is increasing across Europe as the authorities are waking up to the environmental impact of the production, use and disposal of high tech equipment. Here are just a few..
WEEE or Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Probably the most important and widespread directive throughout all 29 EU and EEA member states. Any manufacturer of Electrical Equipment is required to properly label, take back, recycle and dispose of products and equipment. They are also responsible for comprehensive registration and reporting throughout product lifecycles.
EuP - Energy using Products is a new European Union directive covering product design. It was created to guarantee that equipment has been designed to comply for the full product lifecycle, from the acquisition of raw materials through manufacture, to eventual disposal.
Batteries Directive - has been in force for over 16 years. Many countries insist that battery disposal is managed responsibly.
Eco-Labelling - Companies are expected to promote social responsibility and compliance in manufacturing environmentally safe products with specific labeling and certification.
RoHS - Restriction of Hazardous Substances. This covers electrical and electronic equipment in all 25 European Union member states, and other countries across the world. Producers are now required by law not to include many materials in new product manufacture.
