Summary

This Recommendation provides a standardized method to measure and assess the environmental performance of smartphones. It includes a method to evaluate an aggregate score, reflecting the overall environmental performance considering material efficiency and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) aspects. This Recommendation aims to evaluate the following attributes of a smartphone:

- Durability;

- Reparability, reusability and upgradeability;

- Recyclability and recoverability;

- Use of hazardous or restricted substances;

- Use of recycled  materials;

- Characteristics of the product packaging;

- Environmental impact considerations.