Green Claims Directive for Energy & Utilities
The Green Claims Directive requires companies to substantiate and verify environmental claims before using them in marketing, combating greenwashing across the EU market.
2026 (implementation phased)
4% of annual turnover per member state
Retail, Fashion, Food & Beverage
What Green Claims means for Energy & Utilities
Energy & Utilities organisations operating in the EU must comply with Green Claims obligations. Below are the key requirements that apply to your sector.
- Substantiate all green claims with scientific evidence
- Obtain third-party verification for generic claims
- Label environmental labels clearly
- Update claims when underlying data changes
- Avoid comparative claims without verified basis
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