Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in India requires producers, importers, and brand owners to take responsibility for the end-of-life management of their products. Non-compliance can result in heavy penalties, including environmental compensation.
What is EPR?
EPR is a policy approach where producers bear the cost of managing their products after consumers discard them. In India, EPR is mandated through rules under the Environment Protection Act 1986 and administered by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
EPR Categories in India
1. Plastic Packaging EPR
Governed by the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules 2022. Applies to producers, importers, and brand owners using plastic packaging. EPR targets include collection, recycling, and use of recycled content.
2. E-Waste EPR
Governed by E-Waste (Management) Rules 2022. Applies to producers and manufacturers of electronic and electrical equipment. Collection targets increase progressively.
3. Battery Waste EPR
Governed by Battery Waste Management Rules 2022. Covers all battery types — lead acid, lithium-ion, nickel-cadmium. Separate collection and recycling targets for each type.
4. Tyre Waste EPR
Governed by draft Tyre Waste Management Rules. Targets end-of-life tyre collection and responsible disposal.
EPR Registration Process
- Register on the CPCB EPR portal (centralized portal for all categories)
- Submit annual action plan with collection and recycling targets
- Engage authorised recyclers and waste processors
- File quarterly and annual compliance reports
- Obtain EPR compliance certificate
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