The study 'Environmental Product Declarations for Construction Products: An Overview of Availability, Costs, and Trends in Germany' by German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) and Buildings Performance Institute Europe (BPIE) highlights the growing demand for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in the German building industry, driven by building certifications and the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

Manufacturers are increasingly motivated to provide EPDs, and demand is expected to rise. Expertise in life cycle assessments (LCAs) has grown, with more availability of EPDs for building materials. However, challenges include long certification waiting times and a lack of data for innovative products. 

The shift toward mandatory environmental product information is changing the regulatory landscape, pushing companies to adapt. Early adoption in other countries is expected to further drive demand.