Download full policy recommendations for vacuum cleaners from October 2017 (pdf)
Summary
The Ecodesign and Labelling regulations for vacuum cleaners have been published in the Official Journal in July 2013. The Energy Label applies since September 2014. Two different tiers have banned vacuum cleaners with a power higher than 1600 watts and 900 watts in 2014 and 2017, respectively. These technological improvements have been very welcomed.
Topten's key policy recommendations are:
von Esebeck, Bush, October 2017