Changes in EU legislation empower buyers to make more sustainable choices
The EU sustainability legislation is evolving, making it easier to make responsible choices of IT products. Here’s how to prepare for the upcoming changes.
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How to use TCO Certified in procurement
It’s time to get started! These five steps help you plan your work with sustainable procurement. TCO Certified saves you time and resources.
TCO Certified — so much more than an ecolabeli
TCO Certified helps you select IT products with lower environmental and social impact. Compliance with all criteria is independently verified
Record-breaking interest in more sustainable IT products
The first months after the launch of TCO Certified, generation 9 shows a record-breaking interest in more sustainable IT products.
Pollution is a huge threat — the solution is simpler than you think
Toxic pollution contributes to the planetary emergency we face today. We need to take action and assess chemicals before they are used.
TCO Certified – like an ecolabel, but so much more
TCO Development goes through all the proof, audits and test reports and handles all dialog with brand owners, verifiers, and factories.
Changes, challenges and collaboration during a busy 2021
Our CEO Sören Enholm summarizes 2021. Some of the highlights were engaged stakeholders and the launch of the new TCO Certified.
October 15: last day to comment on draft for imaging equipment
The development of TCO Certified for imaging equipment is underway and until October 15, you can submit comments to the second draft.
Apply early and get extra validity time for the certificate
You can now apply for TCO Certified, generation 9. Until December 1, 2021, some special rules apply.
Industry: FAQ
– Frequently asked questions for industry
Answers to frequently asked questions
Find answers to questions about TCO Certified, criteria, application process and verification methods. If something isn’t covered, please contact us and we’ll gladly help you. Another way to stay up-to-date is to subscribe to our Technical Update newsletter.
Industry: Criteria overview
– Criteria overview
Criteria designed for driving sustainable development
TCO Certified is the tool of choice for any IT brand wanting to build a leadership position in their approach to sustainability and IT products. Criteria are comprehensive and cover both environmental and social responsibility in the supply chain and throughout the IT product life cycle.
Impacts and Insights — knowledge, analysis and practical solutions
Impacts and Insights — knowledge, analysis and practical solutions Our report series measures sustainability progress in the IT industry and the impact of TCO Certified. They present engaging deep-dives into challenges and solutions and offer expert advice on how your organization can take the next step and implement more sustainable practices.
HPE: why we have chosen TCO Certified for servers
We have talked to Mark Bakker at HPE about their decision to apply for TCO Certified for servers and the future of Sustainable IT
Touring the land of circular procurement
Annika Overödder, Purchaser Engagement Manager in the Nordic, recently visited the south of Sweden to discuss circular procurement and TCO Certified.
Certification tackles growing sustainability issues of data centres
CO2 emissions from data centers is growing. To help tackle the problem, TCO Certified will be expanded to include data centers.