Products with the EU ecolabel are good for you and better for nature!
Today, more than 460 ecolabels are used in the world and navigating them is quite difficult. Fortunately, among the wide selection of goods, there are trustworthy labels to help us find the goods that are better for both nature and our health. It is more important than ever to contribute to the preservation of our living environment. Nature conservation isn't far from us, it's in our everyday choices; it is woven into our choices!
Overview
Type I ecolabels are trustworthy because they are issued by an independent organisation and comply with the ISO 14024 standard. It is important to recognise them among all environmental labels.
The EU ecolabel is type I ecolabel that can be found in both large retail chains and smaller shops. The Swan label and the Blue Angel are other similar type I ecolabels that can be found on the market in Estonia.
In product compliance assessment, the full lifecycle of the product is evaluated to make sure that the impact on the environment is minimal. The EU ecolabel criteria include the composition, effectiveness and packaging of the products.
Why should you prefer products with the EU ecolabel?
- products with this label are proven to be more environmentally friendly;
- labelled products are safer for your health;
- the label is issued by an independent organization, ensuring its reliability;
- by choosing products with this label, you help steer the market towards sustainability and support the development of eco-friendly products, reducing the environmental impact of consumption;
- the effectiveness of labelled products is tested and proven;
- labelled products help you save energy and money;
- they have a longer lifespan, and are repairable and recyclable;
- products with this label are not always more expensive, prices depend on the product group.
