{"id":639727,"date":"2024-09-25T14:00:13","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T11:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/"},"modified":"2024-09-25T14:00:13","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T11:00:13","slug":"the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/","title":{"rendered":"#The EU mandate set to shake up sustainability in the tech sector"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3e2e03b4180\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3e2e03b4180\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/#Why_are_Digital_Product_Passports_DPPs_in_the_mix\" >Why are Digital Product Passports (DPPs) in the mix?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/#So_what_does_this_mean_for_tech_businesses_today\" >So what does this mean for tech businesses today?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/#How_to_integrate_DPP_compliance\" >How to integrate DPP compliance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-eu-mandate-set-to-shake-up-sustainability-in-the-tech-sector\/#Eco-conscious_consumerism\" >Eco-conscious consumerism<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div id=\"article-main-content\">\n                            <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of the EU\u2019s drive to become the<\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/climate.ec.europa.eu\/eu-action\/climate-strategies-targets\/2050-long-term-strategy_en\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first climate-neutral region globally by 2050<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it has championed a number of initiatives to encourage more sustainable business practices that contribute to this goal. Most recently in July the <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/energy-climate-change-environment\/standards-tools-and-labels\/products-labelling-rules-and-requirements\/sustainable-products\/ecodesign-sustainable-products-regulation_en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> came into force to galvanise businesses in select sectors to actively support this aim.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of the EU\u2019s <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/info\/energy-climate-change-environment\/standards-tools-and-labels\/products-labelling-rules-and-requirements\/sustainable-products\/ecodesign-sustainable-products_en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the ESPR seeks to boost circularity and the practices that contribute to sustainability by creating a framework that <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/energy-climate-change-environment\/standards-tools-and-labels\/products-labelling-rules-and-requirements\/sustainable-products\/ecodesign-sustainable-products-regulation_en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helps make<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201csustainable products the new norm in the EU, by making them last longer, use energy and resources more efficiently, easier to repair and recycle, contain fewer substances of concern and include more recycled content.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information and communication <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"4\" title=\"Technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">technology<\/a> (ICT) is earmarked as one of the priority product groups, likely due to its contribution to the escalating e-waste crisis. Global e-waste generation has nearly doubled since 2010, from 34 million metric tons to 62 million tons in 2022, and current projections<\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/499891\/projection-ewaste-generation-worldwide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> put the figure at 82 million metric tons by 2030.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any technology organisation placing products in the EU market \u2014 regardless of whether or not they were manufactured there \u2014 will need to comply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To increase the traceability and transparency of information that contribute to sustainable practices, the ESPR framework mandates the use of <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protokol.com\/insights\/digital-product-passport-complete-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital Product Passports (DPPs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"inarticle-wrapper latest channel-cta hs-embed-tnw\">\n<div id=\"hs-embed-tnw\" class=\"channel-cta-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"channel-cta-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/tnw.events\/hardfork-2018\/uploads\/visuals\/tnw-newsletter.png\"\/><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/tnw.events\/hardfork-2018\/uploads\/visuals\/tnw-newsletter.png\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"channel-cta-input\">\n<p class=\"channel-cta-title\">The <\/p>\n<p class=\"channel-cta-tagline\">The latest rumblings from the EU tech scene, a story from our wise ol&#8217; founder Boris, and some questionable AI art. It&#8217;s free, every week, in your inbox. Sign up now!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Digital_Product_Passports_DPPs_in_the_mix\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Why are Digital Product Passports (DPPs) in the mix?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DPPs are comprehensive digital records that can detail every aspect of a product\u2019s lifecycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From outlining where raw or recycled materials have been used in the manufacturing processes, to the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process itself, or even warranty information or after-sales support, they can host a wealth of information about a product.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The potential for transparency of a product\u2019s sustainability and recyclability is why they have become a critical component of the ESPR. By mandating DPPs, the EU seeks to ensure reliable data accessibility, which holds the potential to transform e-waste management and foster a more circular economy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By providing more access to data pertaining to a product\u2019s sustainability, technology companies manufacturing products or in the supply chain have the information they need to make more sustainable business practice decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, they provide end-users with guidance on how to dispose of an item responsibly when it comes to the end of its lifecycle (e.g. which elements can be recycled, where to dispose of them) is expected to prompt them to act more sustainably in their day-to-day considerations. E-waste from electronic products also often contains hazardous materials such as lead and mercury, posing serious environmental and public health risks, so providing more information about this can lead to safer disposal too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the passport, and the information it contains, being available by simply scanning a data carrier such as a QR code or barcode, they can easily retrieve pertinent data about a product on demand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_what_does_this_mean_for_tech_businesses_today\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>So what does this mean for tech businesses today?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ESPR officially came into force on July 18. In terms of next steps, the industry is awaiting information on the delegated acts which will detail specific compliance requirements and timelines for each of the product groups and associated industries that the regulation <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>lies to. Aiming to change when the full legislation comes into force will arguably be too late.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The path to compliance will be intricate, requiring a thorough understanding of new regulations, assessment of current operations, and strategic planning for integrating DPPs. There are, however, a number of key initial steps technology businesses\u00a0 can take to help smooth the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_integrate_DPP_compliance\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to integrate DPP compliance<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First appoint a dedicated DPP compliance task force within your organization whose job it is to oversee the implementation and stay up to date with the latest regulations. The team should also seek a thorough understanding of the wider ESPR and related items to ensure full compliance is maintained.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your team is established, you should evaluate your current supply chain to identify any necessary modifications, and develop a detailed strategy outlining specific goals, actions, and timelines for integrating DPPs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally \u2014 and not to be overlooked \u2014 look for trusted partners who can offer your team technical and strategic support throughout the implementation process. Their expertise and insights could prove invaluable in making the difference between a satisfactory implementation and a great one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proactivity now allows companies to prepare for the mandatory implementation of DPPs, fostering a culture of transparency and environmental responsibility that will appeal to both their consumers and regulators. Moreover, better oversight of products throughout the supply chain may lead to significant cost savings, increased efficiency, and reduced supplier fraud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The EU intends for DPPs to greatly alter how businesses manage product life cycles, help them streamline their recycling processes, and reduce the environmental impact of e-waste by providing them with opportunities to identify improvement areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eco-conscious_consumerism\"><\/span><strong>Eco-conscious consumerism<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For consumers, the ESPR\u00a0 will help provide a reliable source of information about the products they purchase. This transparency will potentially enhance consumer confidence, as they can more easily verify the sustainability claims made by manufacturers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a market where eco-consciousness is increasingly influencing purchasing decisions, this could offer a competitive advantage by enabling businesses to showcase their sustainability credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The introduction of the ESPR marks a significant step towards legislating for a more sustainable and circular economy. As the EU moves forward with this initiative, early preparation and proactive adoption will be crucial for businesses to stay ahead and capitalise on the benefits of this tech-based approach to sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Lars Rensing is CEO and co-founder of web3 solutions provider\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protokol.com\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.protokol.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1727251747538000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3GCNaMoAYI2Nhxn0UuuWrw\">Protokol<\/a>. He has over eight years\u2019 experience in the web3 industry. Lars now leads the overall strategy and direction for Protokol, a specialist web3 technology provider that builds Digital Product Passport (DPP) solutions for companies of all sizes and stages.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Lars also currently serves as an adviser and board member for a number of startups leveraging web3 technology, helping them devise and enact their web3 strategies.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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