Standards
EPEAT Registry
Governing Organization
Assessment Type
Third party assessed by non-verified bodies
Sectors Covered
Electronics
Issues Covered
Biodegradable and Recycling, Carbon, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Management, Product Safety, Quality, Waste and Chemicals Management, Water Related
Description
EPEAT is a comprehensive environmental rating that helps identify greener computers and other electronic equipment. The EPEAT system was conceived and developed through the collaboration of stakeholders from the business, advocacy, government and academic arenas. EPEAT is used by hundreds of companies, universities and government agencies in dozens of countries. Its rigorous requirements and searchable product database let buyers bypass marketing hype and confusing specifications. For participating manufacturers, EPEAT is a chance to showcase and validate greener designs and cleaner production. EPEAT is a powerful tool for enhancing the sustainability performance of virtually any organization.
