Summary
The European eco-label distinguishes environmentally friendly products and services. It is a voluntary scheme. Its symbol is a green flower. The flower can be found throughout the EU and Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland. The aim of the eco-label scheme is to encourage manufacturers to design products that have a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle, from manufacturing to disposal. It also aims to provide consumers with better information on the environmental performance of products and encourage them to buy green products.