Eco Label Rechner
Score products on eco-friendliness based on materials, energy, packaging, durability, and recyclability.
Eco Label Score
64.8 /100
Eco Label Score vs Sustainable Materials Score
Formel
## How to Calculate an Eco Label Score An eco label score helps consumers compare the environmental friendliness of products. ### Formula **Score = Materials(25%) + Energy(25%) + Packaging(15%) + Durability(20%) + Recyclability(15%)** ### Scoring Criteria - **Materials**: Recycled content, sustainably sourced, non-toxic - **Energy**: Manufacturing energy, use-phase energy - **Packaging**: Minimal, recyclable, no single-use plastic - **Durability**: Long lifespan, repairable, warranty - **Recyclability**: End-of-life recycling potential
Lösungsbeispiel
Score a product: Materials 60, Energy 70, Packaging 50, Durability 75, Recyclability 65.
- 01Materials: 60 * 0.25 = 15.0
- 02Energy: 70 * 0.25 = 17.5
- 03Packaging: 50 * 0.15 = 7.5
- 04Durability: 75 * 0.20 = 15.0
- 05Recyclability: 65 * 0.15 = 9.75
- 06Total: 15.0 + 17.5 + 7.5 + 15.0 + 9.75 = 64.8
Häufig Gestellte Fragen
What eco labels should I look for?
Trustworthy eco labels include Energy Star (energy), USDA Organic (food), FSC (wood/paper), Fair Trade, Cradle to Cradle, EPEAT (electronics), and Green Seal (cleaning products).
Are all eco labels reliable?
Not all. Look for third-party certified labels with transparent criteria. Beware of self-declared claims like "eco-friendly" or "natural" without certification, which may be greenwashing.
How does durability affect eco-friendliness?
A product lasting twice as long effectively halves its environmental impact per year of use. Durability is often more important than recyclability because it prevents the need for replacement manufacturing.