Right to repair: Poland

Right to repair in Europe: The Polish perspective! 🛠️🌍

The European Union is pushing for a more circular economy and creates a right to repair. Here’s a summary of the directives :
📄 A European Repair Form: Provided free of charge, it provides clarity to the services to be provided.
🔧 Repair Obligation: Manufacturers must offer affordable repair solutions throughout the expected product life.
📚 Easy Access to Repair Information: Ensuring transparent access to repair information throughout the product’s lifespan.
🌐 European Repair Platform: A European portal to list repairers, sellers of refurbished goods, and participatory initiatives.
💡 Consumer Awareness: Each Member State must promote repair through financial measures.
⚖️ Penalties for Violations: A framework to protect this new consumer right.
✅ A Voluntary European Standard: To ensure high-quality repair services.
🕒 Extension of the Responsibility Period: An additional 12 months warranty to build trust in repaired products.

This recapitulative sheet reflect the current Polish progress to support sustainable consumption and comply with the European right to repair.