Press releases

The EU is banning problem chemicals and microplastics from all Ecolabel hand soaps as well as laundry, dishwasher and general purpose detergents.

Technical experts from EU Member States today agreed to a controversial European Commission proposal on how to define endocrine disruptors.

Today the European Commission has decided to maintain its EU-wide Ecolabel and ensure more products display it. For 25 years, this voluntary scheme has been helping consumers to choose the most environmentally-friendly products. The EU Ecolabel has also contributed to boost green jobs . The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) and the European Environmental Bureau (EEB) applaud the move to strengthen this valuable tool.

The decision by the European Commission to hit Google with a record fine and force it to change its business practices is a landmark development towards more relevant search results for consumers.