Readiness Assessment Tool: Preparing for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

Overview

On April 16, 2025, the European Commission adopted a plan. This plan, named the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Working Plan 2025–2030, drives the EU to make sustainable products normal. The plan picks product groups and sets policy under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). New Delegated Acts will list clear rules on product durability, reparability, recyclability, and other green marks.

Purpose of the Readiness Assessment Tool

The tool helps companies face these new rules. The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and ERM made a Readiness Assessment Tool in Excel. The tool lets organizations:

• Check if they have the key product details that ESPR needs.
• Spot gaps in how ready their products or groups are for compliance.
• Act early and adjust to new rules before full enforcement begins.

Key Features

• Structured Approach: The tool meets the performance needs of Articles 6 and 7 of ESPR. Here, each word connects closely to the next to build clear links.
• Lifecycle Analysis: The tool splits checks by product parts and lifecycle stages (per Article 5(1)). Each link shows a full, tight view.
• User-Friendly Interface: Excel guides with clear steps. The tool asks for input and shows a quick, clear readiness result.
• Anticipation of Future Enhancements: Planned updates will let users filter by product type as the new Delegated Acts come.
• Support for Digital Product Passport (DPP): The tool helps prepare for the reporting needed by the DPP. This is key for ESPR compliance.

Next Steps and Integration with Circular Economy Initiatives

WBCSD now works inside the Circularity Data Exchange (CDX) framework. It builds better links for circular economy data. This work helps meet ESPR’s performance and product information needs. Each word here links closely to signal strong data ties.

How to Access the Tool

Companies that want to get ready for ESPR can download the Readiness Assessment Tool from WBCSD’s website. For more help or questions, please email:

• vandoorne@wbcsd.org
• garin@wbcsd.org

About WBCSD and ESPR

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) leads global efforts and shows that green choices add to business strength. The ESPR is a strong EU rule that makes design choices better for the world while stressing a circular view to cut harm.

Related Resources:

• Packaging Data Exchange for meeting rules
• Circular Transition Indicators (CTI) Enabling Solutions Guide
• Corporate Plastics Disclosure and Plastics Protocol

Stay tuned to WBCSD updates. Each word here connects clearly so that the path from green policy to business actions remains short and strong.

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