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These criteria aim in particular at promoting:
the reduction of environmental damage or risks related to the use of energy (global warming, acidification, depletion of non-renewable resources) by reducing energy consumption,
the reduction of environmental damage related to the use of natural resources by encouraging the reuse, recyclability and maintainability of a television,
the reduction of environmental damage or risks related to the use of hazardous substances by reducing the use of such substances.
The criteria encourage the implementation of best practice (optimal environmental use) and enhance consumers' environmental awareness. Furthermore, the marking of plastic components encourages recycling.
The criteria are set at levels that promote the labelling of televisions that are produced with low environmental impact.
The specific assessment and verification requirements are indicated within each criterion.
Where appropriate, test methods other than those indicated for each criterion may be used if their equivalence is accepted by the competent body assessing the application.
Where possible, testing should be performed by appropriately accredited laboratories or laboratories that meet the requirements expressed in standard EN ISO 17025 and are competent to perform the relevant tests.
Where appropriate, competent bodies may require supporting documentation and may carry out independent verifications.
The competent bodies are recommended to take into account the implementation of recognised environmental management schemes, such as EMAS or ISO 14001, when assessing applications and monitoring compliance with the criteria (note: it is not required to implement such management schemes).