This document defines a set of environmental performance evaluation (EPE) data classes, including their properties.


It is applicable to entire manufacturing facilities or to parts of a manufacturing facility.


This document applies to manufacturing systems including discrete, batch and continuous control, which are defined in IEC 62264-1.


The following are outside the scope of this document:


—     syntax of EPE data and data models;


—     protocols to exchange EPE data;


—     functions that can be enabled by the use of EPE data;


—     product life cycle assessment;


—     EPE data that are specific to a particular industry sector, manufacturer or machinery;


—     acquisition of EPE data.