European environmental mark for products and services
The EU ecolabel, the so-called “Flower”, came into existence in 1992. In 1993 the first criteria catalogues for 2 product types were developed, by now there are around criteria catalogues for more than 25 product groups, mostly for products of the everyday. And constantly they are accruing. Services can now also be labelled.
The official EU mark for environmentally-friendly products is rewarded by the European Union Eco-labelling Board (EUEB), consisting of the competent bodies of the respective EU countries, environmental organisations, unions, dealers, etc.
Aim of the “Flower” is to EU-wide harmonisedly label products and services focussing on the whole life cycle of a product, from its composition of the raw materials to its disposal after use.
Subject to change; last updated on 16August 2024