RZB’s first EPDs light the way
A German mainstay in professional lighting just flipped on a new kind of visibility. RZB has published its first Environmental Product Declarations for core indoor luminaires. That single move puts their spec sheets on a different shelf and helps project teams compare apples to apples on carbon without guesswork.
What RZB just published
RZB has introduced two product‑specific EPDs for luminaires, published with EPD Hub and aligned to electronics and lighting PCRs. Both declarations are current and sit comfortably within the typical five‑year validity window that program operators use (EPD Hub, 2025).
- Lumara luminaire. A rectangular ceiling fixture for offices and schools, offered as single units or continuous lines. Scope reads like a product family with representative configuration.
- Planado 312622.002. A diffuser‑style indoor luminaire. Scope appears to cover a specific variant within the Planado line.
Why that matters in bids now
On many projects, a product without a verified EPD forces design teams to assume higher impacts. That hurts competitiveness. Having product‑specific EPDs lets RZB show its work and stay in the comparison set when low‑carbon goals are in play. It also reduces back‑and‑forth at submittals, which shortens the cycle from quote to install.
Where RZB plays
RZB designs and manufactures technical luminaires for offices, education, industrial facilities, healthcare, and public spaces. The first EPDs land exactly where specifiers start, indoor ambient and task lighting, which makes the debut practical rather than a press‑only moment.
Competitive snapshot
In architectural and commercial lighting, several peers already publish a broad suite of luminaire EPDs. Fagerhult lists many indoor and outdoor families with declarations through EPD Hub. Glamox publishes a wide set through EPD Norway using the luminaires Part B rules. iGuzzini provides multiple Product Environmental Profiles under the PEP association. Against that backdrop, RZB’s two EPDs mark an entry point that closes a visibility gap and keeps them in play on carbon‑accounted projects.
Program operator and developer notes
These first RZB declarations were issued by EPD Hub. The verification follows ISO and EN frameworks common to construction and electrical products. The EPDs list an independent LCA partner in the documentation. Naming aside, the signal is clear. RZB has formalized its footprint accounting in a way specifiers can trust.
Market impact in plain language
Lighting is often value‑engineered late. When two luminaires meet the same photometric and code needs, the one with a verified EPD is more likely to stay on the page. The new documents make it easier for project teams to select RZB without a penalty factor or extra assumptions.
A quick website check
As of January 5, 2026, we could not find these EPDs linked on rzb.com in sustainability or product download areas. Adding a dedicated EPD page and linking the PDFs from product detail pages will help sales and specifiers discover them faster. Visibility is half the battle in transprency work.
What smart manufacturers can copy
Start with high‑volume families, pick the commonly used PCR, publish, then expand. Keep data collection simple for plant and product teams and plan annual refresh checkpoints so re‑verification is never a surprise. EPDs are usually valid for five years, which gives breathing room to build a portfolio methodically while staying responsive to product changes (EPD Hub, 2025).
The takeaway
RZB has officially entered the transparency arena for luminaires. It is a focused first wave that earns them a seat at more tables and sets up a sensible path to broaden coverage across product families next.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operator published RZB’s first EPDs and how long will they stay valid?
EPD Hub published the declarations. EPDs typically remain valid and publicly visible for five years with this operator unless earlier updates are needed due to material changes (EPD Hub, 2025).
Do RZB’s new EPDs cover a single product or a family?
Based on the documents, Lumara reads as a family‑level representation and Planado 312622.002 looks like a specific configuration within a broader line.
How does RZB’s move compare to competitors’ EPD coverage?
Peers like Fagerhult, Glamox, and iGuzzini already publish numerous luminaire EPDs across indoor and outdoor lines. RZB’s publications close a visibility gap and keep them competitive in EPD‑required tenders.
About the Author
Hazel Brooks is an editor at EPD Guide covering EPDs and the fast-evolving sustainability data landscape. She tracks program-operator updates, standards and guidance changes, and new EPD releases, connecting the dots across the market to report on trends, shifting expectations, and the competitive EPD landscape. Her work focuses on making complex data sets easier to navigate and access, so manufacturers and sustainability teams can act with clarity and confidence.
