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The methodology used by LONGTIME\u00ae certification to produce sectoral standards follows the prerogatives of the ISO 14024 standard in relation to type 1 ecolabels and aims to guarantee transparency, scientific rigour and multi-party commitment to reinforce the legitimacy and robustness of the standards.<\/p>\n
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Objectives of the consultation process<\/b><\/p>\n
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Steps in the LONGTIME\u00ae sector benchmarking process<\/b><\/p>\n
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The publication of reference materials follows a structured and defined process, the main stages of which are described below:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][et_pb_accordion_item open=\u201don\u201d open_toggle_background_color=\u201dRGBA(255,255,255,0)\u201d closed_toggle_background_color=\u201dRGBA(255,255,255,0)\u201d icon_color=\u201dRGBA(255,255,255,0)\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d background_color=\u201dRGBA(255,255,255,0)\u201d background_enable_color=\u201don\u201d border_color_all=\u201dRGBA(255,255,255,0)\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d][\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201d1. Literature review, scientific analysis and market benchmark\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n This first stage consists of carrying out a comprehensive literature review, including existing standards, recent scientific studies, technical publications, and market trends. The aim is to study current practices and needs in terms of sustainability for the products concerned. A benchmark of the market will help to identify best practice in sustainability and repair. <\/span> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201d2. Defining the product scope\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n At this stage, it is essential to define the scope of the products to be covered by the standard according to: <\/span><\/p>\n This will ensure that the standard is fully relevant in the face of rapidly evolving technologies and consumer needs. It is also necessary to take account of the impact of the life cycle of products (gas vs electricity), particularly in terms of energy consumption and reparability. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201d3. Identification of stakeholders and consultation networks\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n When canvassing stakeholders, it is crucial to have a balanced representation , including:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/i>The consultation of these stakeholders is subject to an important notion of independence. When the sector standard to be published is close toa product category that is already covered, the consultation phases can be streamlined. <\/span><\/p>\n The process is based on \u201d openinvestigations \u201d and \u201d closedinvestigations \u201c. <\/span> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201d4. 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Analysis of survey results and creation of a sector-specific %22Draft_1 standard%22.\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d open=\u201doff\u201d]<\/p>\n The information and responses obtained from both open and closed surveys are thoroughly cross-checked to solidify the conclusions and incorporate relevant proposals into a working document, the \u201cDraft_1 standard\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n This document is still a preliminary version , but it provides a clear view of the technical and environmental criteria and requirements that will apply to each product category.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\u201d6. 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<\/b>This analysis makes it possible to clarify precisely which specific aspects of to be assessed for each product category: reliability, reparability, environmental impact, availability of spare parts, etc. These objectives are refined on the basis of feedback from consultations and literature reviews, and are also and are also based on learning from previously published reference materials. <\/span><\/p>\n\n
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<\/span>Open surveys take the form of open questions with no set answer.<\/span>
<\/span>Closed surveys are designed in MCQ format and can be distributed more widely.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Stakeholders are invited to give their opinion on the on the draft version and to identify any necessary adjustments.
All stakeholders are invited to take part in this consultation phase over a period of approximately 2 months.<\/span><\/p>\n
Based on the comments and recommendations received, the sector-specific Draft_1 standard is revised to account for expressed opinions, new data, or technological developments.
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This revision allows for the creation of a sector-specific Draft_2 standard.<\/span><\/p>\n