GPI 5.1.0 Released to Align with ISO 14025:2026

The International EPD System has released GPI 5.1.0 on 10 November 2026, replacing GPI 5.0.1 to align with ISO 14025:2026, published in June 2026.

Following an internal assessment by the Secretariat, a medium update was deemed sufficient to ensure alignment with the revised standard, primarily involving terminology changes. Updated guidance, templates and supporting resources are now available.

Which ISO 14025 version should your EPD reference?

Refer to Section 2.1, “Standards and documents conformance,” of the applicable Product Category Rules (PCR):

• PCRs based on GPI 5 (5.0.1 or 5.1.0): Reference ISO 14025:2026. EPDs developed under GPI 5.0.1 already meet its requirements.

• PCRs based on GPI 4 or earlier: Reference ISO 14025:2006.

• Exception – PCR 2019:14, version 2 or later: Reference both ISO 14025:2006 and ISO 14025:2026 to comply with EN 15804:2012+A2:2019.

The EPD Portal now supports ISO 14025 version selection for new and updated EPDs, with ISO 14025:2026 preselected for new EPDs. Users should select the version required by their applicable PCR.

Updated terminology

Programme materials now use “ecolabels” (formerly Type I), “self-declared environmental claims” (formerly Type II) and “Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)” (formerly Type III).

Implementation timeline

Updated programme governance requirements take effect immediately upon publication. Changes affecting EPD development, life cycle assessment (LCA) and EPD content apply in accordance with the applicable PCR requirements.

For more information, visit the General Programme Instructions page or contact our support team.