All posts by Silvia Barlassina

Energy labels help consumers find more energy efficient products.

How the EU energy label can help consumers continue to save energy and money

The EU's energy label has been a real success story in guiding consumers towards energy savings. With some key tweaks it could continue to do so and deliver even more benefits, writes BEUC Ecodesign Project Coordinator, Silvia Barlassina.

/ December 17, 2025
Smartphones will soon become longer-lasting and easier to repair thanks to new EU rules.

Here’s how your next smartphone will be longer-lasting and easier to repair

Consumers will soon be able to benefit from longer-lasting and easier-to-repair smartphones thanks to new EU rules, explains BEUC's Ecodesign Project Coordinator Silvia Barlassina.

/ April 23, 2025