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In 2005 The European Union adopted a new Directive 2005\/32\/EC on the eco-design of energy-using products (the Ecodesign Directive).<\/p>\n

It is also known as the EuP “Energy using Products” (energy-using products). This directive covers all energy-using products and equipment (Products), with the exception of vehicles and public transport vehicles.<\/p>\n

In 2009, it was replaced by a new one \u2013 2009\/125\/EC \u2013 most commonly referred to as the “ErP Directive.” One of the main changes was the scope. The scope now includes not only energy-using products (Products), but also energy-related products (Energy related Products).
\nRead more: http:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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