How the Plastic EPR Movement in India Is Connecting Consumers, Brands & Recyclers
As plastic use continues to rise in India, managing the resulting waste has become an important environmental priority. New initiatives and improved systems are helping the country move toward more sustainable plastic practices. At the centre of this transformation is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), a policy approach that is redefining how producers, consumers, and recyclers […]
How Europe’s EPR Policies Are Shaping the Future of rPET Flake Demand
Introduction Across the world, recycling and sustainability are no longer optional; they are essential. Governments, companies, and consumers are all rethinking how plastic waste should be handled and reused. Europe is leading this global shift through its strong Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies, which make producers accountable for the life cycle of their plastic packaging. […]
Understanding the 2025 Amendments in India’s Plastic Waste Management Rules: Transparency & Traceability
Plastic pollution remains one of the gravest environmental challenges worldwide and India is no exception. The Government of India first introduced the Plastic Waste Management Rules in 2016 to control plastic pollution by setting recycling targets, responsibilities, and penalties for producers, importers, and brand owners. Over the years, these rules have been amended multiple times to increase […]
EU’s New EPR Legislation for Textiles: What Brands Need to Know
The European Union (EU) has taken a decisive step towards making the textile industry more sustainable through the introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation for textiles. This new framework, set to take effect across EU member states by 2025, is designed to ensure that producers are held responsible for the entire lifecycle of their textile products […]
Impact of Delayed EPR Registration on Businesses in India
In India’s ongoing journey toward sustainable development, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a pivotal regulatory mechanism to ensure that businesses bear accountability for the plastic they introduce into the market. The framework mandates producers, importers, and brand owners (PIBOs) to collect, recycle, and manage post-consumer plastic waste in line with their obligations. However, one of […]
How EPR Services Can Help You Achieve Plastic Waste Compliance
In an age where environmental sustainability is a pressing concern, plastic waste has emerged as a global crisis. Governments and industries alike are under mounting pressure to reduce plastic pollution and transition to circular economies. In India, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is one such strategic regulation driving this shift. If you’re a business involved in the production, […]
Everything You Need to Know About Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in Plastic Waste Management
Learn how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) shapes plastic waste management, compliance rules, and sustainability goals in India. Get the complete guide! Every piece of plastic ever created still exists on Earth. Let that sink in. In the time it takes you to finish reading this paragraph, an alarming amount of plastic waste will have been […]