M/336 - Waste from electrical equpmt
Mandate to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI for standardization work in the field of waste from electrical and electronic equipement
This mandate directs the European standardization organizations CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI to develop standards related to waste from electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The objective is to support EU legislation on WEEE management by creating harmonized technical specifications that address collection, treatment, recovery, and environmentally sound disposal processes. The standards aim to improve the environmental impact of electrical and electronic equipment waste, facilitate recycling and reuse, and ensure compliance with relevant directives. This work will provide a consistent framework to enhance the circular economy for electrical and electronic products within the EU.
Purpose
The mandate M/336 aims to initiate and coordinate standardisation efforts related to waste from electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The goal is to develop harmonised standards that support the management, treatment, and recycling of WEEE to enhance environmental protection and compliance with EU regulations.
Standardisation request
The European Commission requests CEN (European Committee for Standardization), CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization), and ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) to undertake standardisation activities focused on the lifecycle and waste management of electrical and electronic equipment. This involves creating standards that address technical requirements for collection, treatment, recycling, and disposal processes of WEEE.
Expected deliverables
The mandate expects the development of a comprehensive set of European standards covering various aspects of WEEE management. These may include definitions and classifications, procedures for safe and environmentally sound treatment, requirements for recyclability, and specifications for testing and performance assessment. The standards should facilitate the implementation of EU directives related to waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Context
This mandate supports the EU’s environmental objectives concerning waste management and circular economy principles. It aligns with legislation aimed at reducing the environmental impact of electronic waste and promoting sustainable resource use. Standardisation in this field enhances regulatory compliance, facilitates trade, and helps stakeholders implement best practices in the management of electrical and electronic waste.
The mandate covers standardisation work related to waste from electrical and electronic equipment. It focuses on developing standards for the collection, treatment, recovery, and environmentally sound disposal of electrical and electronic equipment waste, ensuring effective management and reduction of such waste within the European Union.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/336 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Mandate to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI for standardization work in the field of waste from electrical and electronic equipement". Mandate to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI for standardization work in the field of waste from electrical and electronic equipement There are 0 standards developed under this mandate.
Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.