Product Environmental Footprint
Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) Analysis
Looking to boost your product’s sustainability profile in the EU? Our PEF consulting helps you deliver transparent, science-based environmental data that meets buyer and regulatory expectations.
Want to demonstrate your product’s environmental performance with clarity and credibility? ECG guides you through the EU’s Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) methodology, helping you quantify impacts across the full life cycle and communicate results that meet industry and regulatory standards.
What is the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF)?
The PEF is a science-based methodology developed by the European Union to measure the environmental impact of products across their full life cycle—from raw material extraction to disposal. Built on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) principles, PEF provides a standardized way to evaluate and compare products’ environmental performance.
Why PEF Matters
Whether you’re seeking the EU Ecolabel or preparing for future sustainability disclosures, PEF analysis helps your business meet growing environmental expectations from consumers, clients, and regulators.
Voluntary Now—Strategic Always
While currently voluntary, the PEF is increasingly used to shape EU product policy and sustainability benchmarks. Getting ahead now supports both compliance and competitive advantage.
Our PEF Analysis and Advisory Services
ECG’s team helps your organization navigate the full process of PEF implementation and documentation:
Full Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): End-to-end environmental impact evaluation from cradle to grave.
Category-Specific Indicators: Quantification of impacts such as carbon footprint, water use, pollution, biodiversity effects, and human health.
Product Group Rules (PGR) Integration: Application of PEF rules tailored to your industry (e.g., electronics, textiles, food).
Ecolabel Alignment: Guidance on how PEF outcomes can support your pursuit of EU Ecolabel or other certifications.
Supply Chain Sustainability Planning: Identification of high-impact areas and strategies to reduce emissions and waste.