Our advocacy work
”We know that it is together, and in the larger perspective, that we can really make a difference.”
Matts Spångberg, CEO APPLiA Sweden
Electronics tax
APPLiA, together with other industry associations, is conducting intensive advocacy work regarding the current Electronics Tax (LSKE), also called the Chemicals Tax. Here you will find current material in the debate. Our policy More news about the electronics tax >>
Right to repair
APPLiA is fundamentally positive about extending the lifespan of products based on their repairability. However, we see some problems with implementation when the legislation on Ecodesign, WEEE and Consumer Protection Act conflict with each other. Our policy
Authorized service workshops
The service workshops authorized by APPLiA are committed to following our criteria for authorization. The criteria have been developed in consultation with the Swedish Consumer Agency and are a guarantee for consumers and customers who want to have their products repaired by knowledgeable technicians with a high level of regulatory compliance. Authorization of service workshops Make sure that your contract workshops are authorized APPLiA has, in consultation […]
Training
The supply of skills is an important issue for our entire industry and Applia has long been a driving force in these. As the initiator of the YH training for service technicians, we were pleased that over 90% obtained jobs after the training, but our work does not end there. Over the past 15 years, APPLiA has worked actively with schools and authorities to create […]
