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The European Commission has recently published the 2021 Ecodesign Impact Accounting report.

Commission launches EPREL database to help consumers on energy efficient products

The Commission has adopted a package of rules ending a broad range of existing exemptions for the use of mercury in lamps.

To help EU consumers cut their energy bills and carbon footprint, a brand new version of the EU energy label for light bulbs and other lighting products will be applicable in all shops and online retail outlets from 1 September 2021.

To help EU consumers cut their energy bills and carbon footprint, a brand new version of the widely-recognised EU energy label will be applicable in all shops and online retailers from Monday, 1 March 2021.

The EU energy label is a widely recognised feature on household products, like lightbulbs, televisions or washing machines, and has helped consumers make informed choices for more than 25 years.

By using less energy to perform the same task, we can make significant energy savings and reduce waste.

In a continued effort to reduce Europe's carbon footprint and to make energy bills cheaper for European consumers, the Commission today adopted new eco-design measures for products such as refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers and televisions.