Accesul consumatorilor la informaţii privind cerinţele de proiectare ecologică aplicabile produselor cu impact energetic

Abstract

Moldova is one of the European countries exposed to energy vulnerability, a si- tuation exacerbated by rising energy prices as a result of the recent energy crisis. In this context, improving energy efficiency by harmonising eco-design requirements for energy-related products, especially in Moldovan households, is essential to mitigate the problem of energy vulnerability at the national level. The main idea of this article is the integration of sustainability principles into consumer protection policies through measures that promote responsible consumption and support the purchase of environmentally friendly products and services. These measures include consumer education and information, support for responsible production and consumption, promotion of the circular economy, and the establishment of sustainability standards and regulations. The amendment of Government Decision No. 750/2016 on the approval of regulations on eco-design requirements for energy-related products, by harmonising EU standards, will contribute to increasing awareness, participation and social responsibility with regard to environmental issues, protecting end consumers and preventing energy poverty.