## [New EU Rules Define Sustainability and Product Design Requirements Under Regulation 2026/296](/index%2ephp/consumer-industry-news/new-eu-rules-define-sustainability-and-product-design-requirements-under-regulation-2026296) April 27, 2026 Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/296 supplements Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 by establishing detailed rules to support its implementation, particularly in relation to sustainability and product design requirements within the EU framework. The delegated act clarifies technical criteria, methodologies, and conditions that economic operators must follow to ensure compliance with ecodesign obligations. It introduces harmonised approaches for assessing product performance, durability, reparability, and environmental impact across the lifecycle. The regulation also defines information requirements, including digital product passports and data transparency obligations, enabling better traceability and consumer awareness. It strengthens market surveillance by outlining verification procedures and conformity assessment methods to ensure that products placed on the EU market meet the prescribed standards. Additionally, the act supports circular economy objectives by encouraging resource efficiency, reuse, and recycling, while reducing waste and environmental harm. Overall, the regulation enhances legal certainty for manufacturers and authorities, ensuring consistent application of ecodesign rules and contributing to the EU's broader sustainability and climate goals. 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