Ecologic is a government-approved eco-organization responsible for managing three national waste prevention and recycling streams: electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), sports and leisure articles (SLA), and thermal DIY and garden equipment (TDG).
Since 2006, Ecologic has contributed to the development of a circular economy throughout France. This involves activities such as information and awareness campaigns, repair, reuse, collection, and treatment of products and waste. It engages all stakeholders in the ecosystem: producers and manufacturers, distributors, collection and treatment operators, local authorities, institutions and public authorities, businesses, associations, consumers, and the media.
As an eco-organisation, what role does Ecologic play for the Vending sector in France?
The law requires producers placing electrical and electronic equipment on the market to manage its end-of-life. They must finance, organize, and implement appropriate collection, reuse, and recycling solutions.
Ecologic assumes responsibility on behalf of manufacturers, distributors, and importers of vending machines concerning the end-of-life of the products they market, in accordance with Article L.541-10 of the Environmental Code. We support them in ensuring regulatory compliance (registration with SYDEREP, market placement declarations) and in their eco-design efforts.
Ecologic also offers prevention solutions (repair and reuse), as well as collection and recycling services to enhance material recovery.
In your opinion, what are the current and future challenges for the sector?
Currently, too many producers are unaware of the importance of being eco-declarants in contributing to the EEE sector’s collective efforts. The management of end-of-life products remains an individual responsibility with a collective performance impact.
Being a declarant or indirect contributor helps companies meet the strict requirements of public or private tenders.
What meeting or moment are you particularly looking forward to during this edition of the Vending Show?
This is our first participation to the VENDING SHOW event, and we are delighted to be present at the NAVSA Partner Area with an entirely new event concept and exclusive activities!
We look forward to welcoming all vending professionals who visit us and engaging with them on industry issues.
A highlight: the Ecologic round table “Reusing Equipment: A Current and Future Challenge for Professionals,” in partnership with NAVSA, on Thursday, June 26 at 2:00 PM in the Partners’ Room. We hope to see many of you there!