Construction & DPP: Key Insights from the Climate Native Summit Munich
Insights from the Emidat Climate Native Summit in Munich on DPP requirements under the Construction Product Regulation. CPR applies since January 2026, with DPP mandatory by mid-2028.
CPR applies since Jan 2026. DPP mandatory by mid-2028 for 37 product families. Key specifics: 25-year data availability, BIM integration, alignment with ESPR.
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Context
These insights were shared by Ghislain Vathelot following his attendance and speaking slot at the Climate Native Summit in Munich, organised by Emidat (Stephany Bonilla Melo, Lisa Oberaigner and the Emidat team). The event brought together forward-thinking construction companies navigating LCA and EPD requirements - seen as the starting point for future DPP regulation under the Construction Product Regulation (CPR).
Key Takeaways from Oscar Nieto Sanz, EU CPR Representative
The roadmap is now much clearer - 37 product families are initially concerned, with clear priorities already defined.
Timeline:
- The new CPR regulation has been applicable since January 8, 2026.
- Expected Delegated Act by late 2026 / early 2027.
- DPP will become mandatory by mid-2028 (18 months after the Delegated Act).
Regulation Alignment: The CPR is being aligned with the ESPR to ensure a unified approach to Digital Product Passports across Europe.
What Makes the CPR DPP Unique?
Several points remain specific to the construction industry compared to the ESPR framework:
Long-term Availability: DPP information must remain accessible for 25 years - significantly longer than other sectors.
Granularity: The level of data required can be highly specific for certain construction product families, including industry-specific dictionaries and extensive documentation.
Digital Integration: BIM (Building Information Modelling) integration is a core component, with interoperability as the central technical requirement currently in progress.
Industry Readiness
Awareness of DPP is still at its starting point in the construction industry. However, the direction is clear. Forward-thinking firms that treat compliance as the floor rather than the ceiling will turn data transparency into a competitive edge, securing their leadership for 2028 and beyond.