The ErP Directive (EU) 2009/125/EC (now part of the Ecodesign Directive) sets mandatory energy efficiency and environmental requirements for energy-related products sold in the EU and UK. Products must meet ErP standards before being sold in these markets.
- Verify if your product falls under ERP regulations (e.g., household appliances, lighting, HVAC, motors, power supplies).
- Check the latest ERP Lot regulations (e.g., Lot 3 for electric motors, Lot 20 for lighting).
ERP testing focuses on:
Energy Consumption (e.g., kWh/year for refrigerators).
Standby/Off-Mode Power (must meet strict limits, e.g., <0.5W).
Functional Performance(e.g., luminous efficacy for lamps in lm/W).
Durability & Lifetime(e.g., LED lamp lifespan ≥6,000 hours).
Technical Documentation: Must include test reports, design specs, and conformity assessments.
- Energy Labels (if applicable):
- EU: Rescaled A-G labels (e.g., washing machines).
- UK: UK-specific energy labels (similar but with UKCA marking).
- Product Information Sheet: Must be provided with the product.
- ERP regulations frequently update(e.g., EU’s Ecodesign 2021 updates).
- Testing must follow the latest harmonized standards (e.g., EN 50564 for standby power).
1. What is ErP Certification?
- Purpose: Reduces energy consumption, CO₂ emissions, and environmental impact.
- Applies to: Products that use, generate, transfer, or measure energy.
- Replaces: The old ErP Directive (2005/32/EC).
Key Regulations Under ErP:
- EU Ecodesign Directive (2009/125/EC)
- EU Energy Labeling Regulation (2017/1369) (for energy labels)
- UK Equivalent: UK Ecodesign & Energy Labeling (post-Brexit)
2. Products Requiring ErP Certification
There are products are available for ErP Certification, including:
- Heating & Cooling: Boilers, heat pumps, and air conditioners.
- Lighting: LED lamps, luminaires, and ballasts.
- Home Appliances: Fridges, washing machines, and TVs.
- Industrial Equipment: Electric motors, pumps, and fans.
- Power Supplies: External PSUs and chargers.