Understanding the New Guidelines for Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading Platforms Introduction As sustainability becomes a cornerstone of global policies, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) continues to drive change in waste management. Recently, detailed guidelines for the functioning of Extended Producer Responsibility and Electronic Trading & Settlement Platform (EPRETP) were issued. These guidelines aim to…
Introduction In response to industry requests, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has extended the deadline for filing quarterly and annual returns under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. The latest update of E-Waste returns extends the deadline from June 30, 2024, to August 31, 2024, aiming to address several challenges faced by recyclers…
Introduction: The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change introduced the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022, emphasizing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for battery producers. These rules mandate producers to oversee the lifecycle of batteries, ensuring they recycle or refurbish them properly. EPR Credits: Battery producers are now responsible for the end-of-life management of batteries, incentivizing…
Introduction: The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change issued an Office Memorandum (OM) on May 17, 2024, providing important clarifications regarding using domestically recycled materials in battery producers and labeling requirements under the Regulations for Battery Producers per the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This notification aims to ensure compliance with the EPR labelling…
Introduction: The Plastic Packaging Industry is witnessing a transformative shift towards heightened accountability through Producer Responsibility initiatives. The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, has introduced stringent guidelines on the Extended Plastic Packaging Industry’s Producer Responsibility. These guidelines emphasize the proactive role of Producers, Importers & Brand-Owners (PIBOs), and Plastic…
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate releases the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2022. As per legal amendment the guidelines on extended procedure responsibility for plastic packaging have been defined. The update involves: A framework for implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility. Roles and responsibilities of Producers, Importers, Brand Owners. Roles and responsibilities of recyclers…
Registration Process of Producers, Importers & Brandowners (PIBOs) Under Plastic Waste Management (PM) Rules 2016 The board has decided the process of registration on hold for PBIOs for 3 months (effective immediately). Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released a notice regarding the process of registration on hold for PIBOs (Producers, Importers & Brand Owners)…