Founded in 1988 in Athens, EKPIZO is a non-governmental, non-profit making association, aiming to protect consumers rights and improve their quality of Life.

During its 35-year lifetime, EKPIZO activities have been multilevel and varying, covering comparative testing of food/products, environmental, health, energy, food, consumer education issues, legal advice-support, collective and group actions, participation in National-EU consultations, and representation in several official bodies.