Evrópustöðlun

Evrópustöðlun refers to the process of developing and implementing common standards across European countries. This initiative aims to harmonize technical specifications, regulations, and guidelines to facilitate trade, improve product safety, and promote interoperability of goods and services within the European Economic Area. The primary bodies responsible for European standardization are the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CLETCO), and the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).

These organizations work collaboratively with national standardization bodies in member states to create harmonized standards. These standards often address areas such as product safety, environmental protection, accessibility, and information and communication technology. The adoption of European standards, often referred to as EN standards, is generally voluntary but becomes mandatory when referenced in European Union directives or regulations. This ensures that products and services placed on the European market comply with agreed-upon quality and safety requirements.

The benefits of Evrópustöðlun include reduced technical barriers to trade, increased competitiveness for European industries, and enhanced consumer protection. By creating a single set of standards, businesses can more easily access the entire European market, and consumers can be confident that products meet high safety and quality benchmarks regardless of their origin within the EEA.