Migros ECO

Migros ECO is a sustainability program and label implemented by Migros, one of Switzerland's largest retail companies. The program aims to promote sustainable practices and offer environmentally friendly products to consumers. Migros ECO focuses on various aspects of sustainability, including environmental protection, social responsibility, and resource conservation.

Key features of Migros ECO include:

Environmental Criteria: Migros ECO sets specific environmental criteria that products must meet to qualify for the label. These criteria cover various aspects such as energy efficiency, waste reduction, sustainable sourcing, and reduced environmental impact throughout the product's lifecycle.

Product Range: Migros ECO encompasses a wide range of product categories, including food and beverages, household products, personal care items, textiles, and more. The label is applied to products that meet the established environmental criteria.

Sustainable Packaging: Migros ECO encourages products to have eco-friendly packaging. This may include using recycled or recyclable materials, minimizing packaging waste, or adopting innovative packaging solutions that reduce environmental impact.

Organic and Fair Trade: The Migros ECO program promotes the availability of organic and fair trade products. This means that products with these certifications are often included in the product range labeled as Migros ECO.

Social Responsibility: Migros ECO takes social responsibility into account by considering fair working conditions, ethical sourcing practices, and supporting local and sustainable production methods.

Consumer Education: Migros ECO aims to educate consumers about sustainable choices and encourage them to make more environmentally friendly decisions. This includes providing information about the environmental benefits of ECO-labeled products and promoting sustainable living practices.

The Migros ECO label allows consumers to easily identify and choose products that meet specific sustainability criteria. By supporting products with the Migros ECO label, consumers contribute to promoting sustainable production and consumption practices.