EPD Hub: a digital‑native program operator overview
If EPDs feel like paperwork purgatory, EPD Hub aims to make the path shorter and clearer. It is a program operator with a growing library, direct ties to ECO Platform, and a ruleset tuned for scaled portfolios. Here is what manufacturers should know before choosing it for their next declaration.
What EPD Hub is
EPD Hub is a program operator that verifies and publishes Type III EPDs for construction and related products, positioning itself as a digital‑first home for fast, consistent verification that aligns to ISO 14025, EN 15804+A2, and ISO 21930. Its public library lists over 4,000 EPDs and the program reported a 132% increase in published EPDs in 2024 (EPD Hub, 2026).
Recognition within ECO Platform
In December 2025, EPD Hub was recognized as an Established ECO EPD Programme Operator after completing ECO Platform’s audit, which means its EPDs can carry the ECO EPD mark and appear in the ECO Portal for broader visibility (EPD Hub, 2025). Established programs undergo initial and recurring audits coordinated by ECO Platform’s Quality Manager, which is a meaningful quality signal for specifiers comparing operators (ECO Platform, 2025).
Rules and scope
EPD Hub runs on a single set of General Program Instructions and one cross‑category Product Category Rules document. Both were updated on March 24, 2025 to align with ECO Platform guidance and to clarify verifier training and acceptance windows for new submissions (EPD Hub Rules, 2025). The PCR covers construction products, electrical products, manufactured products, energy supply, and built‑environment services, which helps multi‑line manufacturers keep formats consistent across a portfolio.
Submission and verification flow
The program supports digital submissions from leading LCA tools and a centralized verifier review. Manufacturers see one verification path rather than dealing with scattered reviewer interpretations. That can shorten the back‑and‑forth and reduce revisions. Think of it like sending one well‑packed parcel instead of juggling several boxes at once.
Publishing outcomes and findability
Publishing through EPD Hub means placement in their library and, for EN 15804 EPDs, visibility in the ECO Portal. For bid teams and sustainability leads, that improves the odds of being seen in Europe while staying usable in North American workflows that accept ISO 21930 and EN 15804 compliance. Visibility does not guarantee selection, yet it avoids the silent filter where products without a program‑listed EPD get skipped early.
When EPD Hub can be a good fit
- You sell into Europe and need the ECO EPD mark plus placement in the ECO Portal for specifier search.
- You manage families of similar SKUs and want consistent verifier guidance under one PCR.
- You prefer a digital intake that streamlines data transfer from modeling to publising.
Caveats teams should weigh
EPD Hub’s single PCR model is efficient, but some niche categories may still require careful alignment to market expectations or to a competitor’s chosen PCR. If a project owner mandates a different operator for branding or regional policy, plan for that early. Also confirm language variants before verification to avoid rework.
Strategy notes for commercial impact
If your sales pipeline touches Europe, ECO EPD recognition can reduce friction with design teams that start their search inside ECO Portal. For North America, ensure declared units, modules, and scenario notes align to local takeoff practices, then mirror the same logic across product lines. The less time a buyer spends reconciling format differences, the faster a spec decision moves.
Bottom line for manufacturers
EPD Hub offers a credible, audit‑backed route to publish portfolio EPDs with strong European discoverability and broadly acceptable standards alignment. For teams balancing speed, consistency, and visibility, it is a pragmatic operator to consider alongside long‑standing names in the space. We recommend aligning the operator choice with where you sell, which standards your buyers cite, and how quickly you need to scale new product lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does EPD Hub publish ECO EPDs and are they listed in ECO Portal?
Yes. After ECO Platform’s audit in December 2025, EPD Hub became an Established ECO EPD Programme Operator. EN 15804 EPDs can use the ECO EPD mark and appear in ECO Portal (EPD Hub, 2025; ECO Platform, 2025).
How large is EPD Hub’s library?
The site states over 4,000 published EPDs and a 132% year‑over‑year increase in 2024, which signals rapid growth (EPD Hub, 2026).
Which standards and scope do their rules cover?
EPD Hub states alignment with ISO 14025, EN 15804+A2, ISO 21930, and others, under one GPI and one PCR updated March 24, 2025 (EPD Hub Rules, 2025).
About the Author
Walker Ryan is a climate-tech entrepreneur focused on driving industrial decarbonization through better data. As the founder and CEO of Parq, he helps manufacturers generate high-quality, third-party–verified carbon disclosures at scale—accelerating a traditionally slow and expensive process. Before starting Parq, Walker led over $200 million in sustainability-focused investments as VP of Strategy & Growth at ReStream Solutions, following earlier experience in investment banking at Deutsche Bank. He brings a rare mix of capital markets expertise and hands-on sustainability knowledge to tackling the infrastructure of industrial emissions.
