Understand & implement the EU Digital Product Passport
A practical course covering the ESPR regulation, the data structures, the APIs, and the circular-economy applications behind the DPP — aligned to Canonical ESG's open UPPS framework.
Chapters 1–2 are free. The full course unlocks all 10 chapters, quizzes, practice & final exams, and a verifiable certificate.
What You Will Learn
Digital Product Passport Fundamentals
Understand the definition, purpose, and core components of digital product passports in modern sustainability systems.
EU DPP Regulatory Requirements
Deep dive into the specific requirements of the EU Digital Product Passport regulation and compliance timelines.
Universal Product Passport Standards (UPPS)
Master the UPPS architecture, implementation guidelines, and role in creating interoperable sustainability systems.
Technical Foundations
Gain technical knowledge of data structures, serialization formats, APIs, and infrastructure powering product passports.
Why Product Passports Matter
Digital Product Passports are becoming essential infrastructure for the global economy. As sustainability regulations evolve and stakeholder expectations increase, organizations must implement machine-readable product information systems to remain competitive and compliant.
Regulatory Compliance
Meet EU DPP requirements and prepare for emerging global regulations on product transparency.
Supply Chain Intelligence
Enable real-time traceability and data-driven decision making across complex supply chains.
Circular Economy
Support circular business models through material composition data and end-of-life information.
Course Curriculum
Introduction to Product Passports
Understand the fundamental concepts of digital product passports, their role in sustainability transparency, and the shift from static labels to dynamic, machine-readable data systems.
EU DPP and Global Regulations
Examine the European Union's Digital Product Passport regulation, its requirements, timelines, and how it fits into the broader regulatory landscape for sustainable products.
The DPP Data Model & Standards
Understand the technical standards and data structures behind the EU Digital Product Passport — identifiers, data carriers, the JTC 24 modules, the DPP registry, and how data is structured, validated, and implemented.
Technical Foundations of Product Passports
Gain technical knowledge of the data structures, serialization formats, APIs, and infrastructure that power universal product passport systems.
The Future of Universal Product Intelligence
Look ahead at emerging trends, technologies, and applications of universal product passports in circular economy, trade, and sustainability intelligence.
Skills Earned
Certification Outcomes
Upon completion, you will be able to:
- Explain the role of digital product passports in sustainability systems
- Navigate EU DPP regulatory requirements and compliance timelines
- Apply UPPS standards to product information systems
- Design data structures for machine-readable product information
- Integrate product passport APIs into existing systems
- Implement interoperability frameworks across supply chains
Who should take this certification:
- Sustainability professionals and ESG managers
- Supply chain and logistics managers
- Product managers and engineers
- Regulatory compliance officers
- IT professionals in sustainability tech
- Consultants in sustainable business
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the format of the certification?
The certification consists of 5 modules with educational content and assessments. You can learn at your own pace, and the final assessment requires a 90% passing score to earn certification.
How long does it take to complete?
The certification is designed to be completed in approximately 4-5 hours, though you can take more time if needed. All content is self-paced.
Is there a time limit to complete the certification?
No, there is no time limit. You can access the content indefinitely and complete the certification at your own pace.
What are the prerequisites?
This is a beginner-level certification with no prerequisites. Basic familiarity with sustainability concepts is helpful but not required.
Is the certification recognized by employers?
The CDPF certification demonstrates expertise in digital product passport standards, which is increasingly valuable as regulations like EU DPP come into effect.
Ready to build? Become a Certified Implementer
Take the next step with the Certified Digital Product Passport Implementer (CDPI) — a 15–20 hour, intermediate certification covering identifiers, data carriers, the eudpp data model, exchange, security, and implementation.
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