Sustainability
Sustainable Products
Our Sustainable Product services
At Applus+ Laboratories, we empower companies to develop and certify sustainable products by integrating ecodesign principles and conducting comprehensive sustainability assessments. We evaluate full lifecycle environmental impact, safety, and regulatory compliance, and our holistic approach, combining rigorous testing and sustainability expertise, enables high-performing, environmentally responsible products.
These advantages are especially beneficial for sectors such as manufacturing, consumer electronics, automotive, construction, and general consumer goods—including electrical & electronic products, building & construction, medical devices & healthcare, packaging, textile, retail & consumer goods.
Our goal is to help companies navigate evolving regulations like the EU's Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). ESPR mandates more durable, reusable, repairable, and energy-efficient products, while tools like the Digital Product Passport (DPP) enhance transparency, driving the shift towards a circular economy.
We are actively engaged in the research and development of new sustainable materials, collaborating with industry leaders and research institutions to continually drive innovation in eco-friendly solutions. Our sustainable materials services cover a vast range of specialised testing and certification solutions:
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a standardised, independently verified document quantifying a product's environmental impact across its entire lifecycle, based on a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) following established rules like EN 15804. This level of transparency and verification builds significant credibility.
Applus+ Laboratories provides end-to-end support to streamline the complex process of obtaining EPDs, expertly managing the LCA study, compiling all necessary documentation, facilitating the crucial third-party verification process, and guiding the official publication for maximum visibility.
Digital Product Passport (DPP)
Mandated by emerging regulations like the ESPR, the Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a digital record providing accessible lifecycle data (including materials, sourcing details, environmental impact metrics, repairability information, etc.) for products placed on the EU market. Its core goal is to boost sustainability, enable circularity, and increase transparency, allowing for more informed decisions by consumers, businesses, and recyclers.
Applus+ Laboratories helps companies prepare for DPP compliance by providing the crucial testing and certification services (such as carbon footprint verification, EPDs, recyclability testing, component analysis, and CE Marking) needed to generate, validate, and provide evidence for the required data points within the passport.
Research & development for product solutions
Our R&D efforts focus on creating innovative solutions that address key industry challenges in thermal management and material circularity:
- Heating coatings: Specialised coatings engineered for enhanced thermal management and energy efficiency, vital for improving EV battery performance and enabling effective de-icing systems. Applus+ Laboratories validates their performance, durability, and safety through rigorous testing (thermal cycling, adhesion, environmental resistance).
- INDAR debonding solution: An innovative debonding solution utilising a unique heat-activated primer. It allows for easy, non-damaging separation of bonded materials or coatings on demand, facilitating the recyclability of complex materials and reducing waste. By enabling component reuse while preserving material properties, INDAR actively supports the principles of the circular economy.
Other product certifications
We provide various other product certifications, ranging from carbon footprint verification and deforestation regulations to circular economy principles like recycled content and durability:
- Product Carbon footprint
- Recycled Plastic Certification
- Circular Economy
- Ecodesign
- Durability
- Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 Deforestation
Why choose Applus+ Laboratories for Sustainable Product services?
Choosing Applus+ Laboratories means partnering with a leader in sustainable verification and certification. Our strategic approach offers you:
- Improved credibility and trust: Our rigorous assessments and internationally recognised certifications build confidence among consumers, investors, and regulatory bodies.
- Optimised operational efficiency: Our methodologies help streamline processes, ensuring effective resource management and minimising waste.
- Regulatory assurance: With our expertise, your products will meet both local and international sustainability standards, reducing the risk of legal or market challenges.
- Innovative, sustainable solutions: We are dedicated to empowering you to transition towards a greener future, ensuring your products are as efficient, eco-friendly, and innovative as the market demands.
Partner with Applus+ Laboratories and let us help you create sustainable products that not only meet safety and quality standards but also contribute to a more sustainable future.
