prSRPS CLC/TR 50772:2026

Circular economy principles for High-voltage switchgear and controlgear

Scope

This publication is a technical report to target the topic of circular economy in the switchgear business based on a review of methods defined in CEN CENELEC JTC10 horizontal standards which can be applied as guidance considering EN 455xx series of standards.
This publication covers material efficiency for circular economy areas, focusing on circular design and material efficiency aspects and their assessment. This aim to reduce the environmental footprint, especially the GHG emissions, resource consumption and waste generation.
This document especially deals with concepts and measures that increases the circularity of a high-voltage switchgear controlgear and material that is used in it such as:
• use of secondary raw materials and reuse product or components in product;
• design for high durability and lifetime extension, recyclability, easy disassembly and adaptability of product;
• end of life treatment that prioritises recycling over disposal;