The run-up to Christmas is a hectic time as everyone is searching for the perfect presents. But many presents are harmful to the environment due to their production processes, ingredients or disposal method. People often find it difficult to find sustainable products and this is where the Blue Angel ecolabel can provide assistance. It raises awareness for the often invisible environmental aspects of products – from their environmentally friendly production and avoidance of hazardous substances through to their recyclability.
The annual Blue Angel advent calendar provides an inspiring insight into some of the more than 40,000 certified products from a diverse range of sectors. You will find attractive, environmentally friendly products certified with the ecolabel from the German federal government behind each of the 24 virtual doors. There is something there for everyone from household and office items through to furniture and energy-saving electronic devices.
Anyone can take part in the daily competitions. But in the spirit of sustainable consumption, only those people who could really use the products should take part.
Visit the online advent calendar (only in German) here and discover sustainable gift ideas.
Information about the Blue Angel ecolabel
The Blue Angel has been the ecolabel of the German federal government for more than 45 years and the guide for sustainable purchasing. It is an independent and credible label that sets stringent standards for environmentally friendly products and services. The Blue Angel guarantees that the products or services it certifies meet high standards when it comes to its environmental, health and performance characteristics. The whole life cycle of the product or service is always taken into account in the assessment process. Criteria are developed for each product group and must be complied with by those products and services holding the Blue Angel. In order to reflect any technological developments, the German Environment Agency checks the criteria every three to four years. This ensures that companies are required to make their products even more environmentally friendly over time. You can find more information and the certified products at: www.blauer-engel.de or on our social media accounts on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.