EU taxonomy
The EU taxonomy is the EU's definition and tool for identifying environmentally sustainable investments. A common classification system will help investors identify and compare properties with the aim of reaching the EU's climate goals and the objectives within the EU's green growth strategy. You want to make a real difference and avoid "green washing" where you falsely or loosely claim to be environmentally correct.
Sections 7.1 and 7.2 of the EU taxonomy concern new construction and renovations of properties and in those sections the product requirements are set for bathroom products. Individual products cannot be certified according to the EU taxonomy, but they can fulfill the requirements set. As a manufacturer, we must be able to certify that the requirements are met through a product data sheet.
Buildings that have products installed that meet the requirements of the taxonomy can borrow so-called "Green money" at a more favorable interest rate.
A selection of products that fulfills the demands in EU taxonomy
Selected certification systems
We have chosen to work with a range of different certification systems where our products can influence and contribute to more sustainable properties. Here you can read more about the systems and which products we have that meet the requirements for each system.
EPD
An environmental product declaration that objectively describes the environmental characteristics of goods and services from a life cycle perspective.
Miljöbyggnad
Sweden's leading environmental certification of buildings such as reviews the building's environmental performance.
BREEAM
The most common system for environmental certification in Europe with requirements that the property strongly contributes to a better environment.
Säker Vatten installation
Swedish industry regulations with the aim of reducing the risk of i.a. water damage, legionella spread and burns.
Svanen label
A tool for buildings that are better for the environment, the climate and the residents.
LEED
The most internationally known assessment system with a focus on design, construction, operation and maintenance.
Energy classification
A Swedish standard for energy classification of tap water fittings where the mixer's energy performance and function are compared.
Type approval /
CE marking
Technical requirements for a product category at European or national level.
Building product assessments
Assesses construction-related products based on their environmental impact during the life cycle.
A more sustainable bathroom life with Gustavsberg
Gustavsberg has long been a pioneer, powering the development of sustainable sanitary products for the bathroom since the early 1900s. The current trend is for us all to be smarter in all aspects of our lives so as to establish a lifestyle that protects our planet. And once again, our ambition is to take the lead and show the way.
Test Gustavsberg's smart energy calculator
Changing faucets can be a quick and easy way to make the bathroom, kitchen and home more energy efficient. The calculator makes it easy to work out how much you can reduce energy costs, water consumption and CO2 emissions.