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Ecodesign and Energy Labelling for Energy-related Products (ErP)
Whether you require a product now or for a project completed in some years’ time, we take compliance seriously - guaranteeing that our solutions always meet current and upcoming European Union environmental and energy efficiency regulations, such as Ecodesign.
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Ecodesign and Energy Labelling drive the market towards the most efficient HVAC solutions
Ecodesign and Energy Labelling are widely recognised as among the world's most effective policy instruments for driving energy efficiency. The key objective of the EU’s Ecodesign measures is to improve the sustainability of products by setting minimum energy efficiency and environmental performance requirements. It is complemented by the Energy Labelling scheme, which primarily targets consumer products and provides an accessible, clear, and simple way to compare their energy efficiency. Together, these frameworks empower consumers and businesses alike to choose the most sustainable and efficient technologies on the market.
A critical project requirement
The framework rules for Ecodesign are established under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 (ESPR), which applies to all ErP placed on the EU market. The ESPR is binding across all EU Member States and even adopted in several non-EU countries (e.g., Turkey).
Under the ESPR, product-specific regulations are developed to ensure that ErP manufacturers (e.g., ventilation, fans, air conditioners, heat pumps) reduce energy consumption and minimise environmental impact.
Similarly, the Energy Labelling Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 outlines a framework for product-specific Energy Labelling requirements. It is important to note that an Energy Label is compulsory for applicable products and may not be used on a voluntary basis outside those categories.
Both the ESPR and the Energy Labelling Regulation, along with their product-specific rules, are regularly reviewed and updated — progressively tightening minimum requirements. Compliance is not optional; it is a legal obligation across all sectors and project types within the EU.
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Why Ecodesign is pivotal to achieving sustainability
The EU aims to be the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. One of the key objectives to achieve this overarching goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 (compared to 1990 levels). This has resulted in revised climate and energy-related legislation to align current legislation with 2030 and 2050 targets.
The next phase of the legislation
Until recently, Ecodesign primarily and successfully focussed on improving ErP energy efficiency. Since the adoption of the ESPR in 2024, the main focus shifted to sustainability in general. For now, most HVAC-specific regulations were implemented under the previous Ecodesign Directive and continue to focus on energy efficiency, with limited requirements addressing sustainability.
However, these regulations are set to be revised in the coming years to integrate more comprehensive sustainability criteria. This will likely include new obligations for sustainability-related calculations, declarations, and lifecycle assessments — ensuring that ErP performance is measured not only by energy efficiency, but also by their overall environmental impact.
Ordering from Frico today means choosing products that are designed to meet current legal requirements and developed with future standards in mind.
Technical Director, Frico
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Frico commits to future-proof compliance
The trend towards ever stricter energy requirements and cutting greenhouse gas emissions to limit climate change favours Frico, which invests heavily in developing high-quality, long-lasting and, above all, low-energy usage products.
Through our extensive engagement with trade associations, standardisation bodies, and policymakers across Europe, our experts shape the development of these laws, which translates back into our forward-thinking product development processes.