Which EPEAT criteria ask manufacturers to take their products back when they are no longer useful?

The criteria concerning the responsibility of manufacturers to take back their products when they are no longer useful are encapsulated under "End of life management." This aspect of EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) emphasizes the importance of sustainable disposal and recycling of electronic products. It encourages manufacturers to create systems for collection and recycling of their products after they have reached the end of their useful life. This ensures that harmful materials are disposed of responsibly, and valuable materials can be reclaimed and potentially reused in new products.

In contrast, the other options focus on different aspects of product sustainability. For example, "Product Longevity" relates to the durability and lifespan of products, promoting designs that extend usability rather than immediate disposal. "Energy Conservation" addresses how energy-efficient a product is during its use phase, with a focus on reducing power consumption. "Design for Environment" involves creating products with minimal negative environmental impact during their lifecycle but does not specifically mandate take-back programs for end-of-life products. Each of these criteria contributes to sustainability in their own way, but the responsibility of manufacturers for return and recycling is specifically tied to "End of life management."