The first Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) have been published for Ouneva’s products. The declarations have been created for OPK products and C-connectors. These EPDs are among the first on the market for these product categories.
An environmental declaration is a verified way to present a product's environmental impact. An EPD includes lifecycle impacts throughout the entire lifespan of a product, from raw material acquisition to disposal. These impacts are calculated through a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). While the environmental declarations are compiled on behalf of the company, they are verified by an independent third party. During verification, an impartial expert ensures that the calculations are consistent and comply with the requirements set for EPD preparation. The accuracy and comprehensiveness of the provided data are also verified.
Environmental declarations are becoming essential product documents, especially in the construction industry. According to current building regulations, construction materials falling under the EN 15804 standard are required to have an environmental declaration to enable accurate carbon footprint calculations for buildings. The calculation of a building’s carbon footprint is based on the EU's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which aims to promote low-carbon and energy-efficient construction. The directive also seeks to support more responsible investments in the construction sector by providing standardized information on the carbon footprint of building materials.
In line with Ouneva Group’s strategy, we strive to stay one step ahead in everything we do. That’s why we initiated the creation of environmental declarations well in advance. Our in-house product development benefits from lifecycle calculations as a tool for optimizing design and EPD's help us with ensuring transparency in our operations. Sustainability can be demonstrated with data, and the environmental impact of our products is well-documented.
Our environmental declarations have been published on EPD Hub: