What Is EPR and Why Is It Crucial for PIBOs Today? Understanding Extended Producer Responsibility Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a regulatory framework that holds Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) accountable for the end-of-life management of the products they place in the market. This includes proper collection, recycling, and disposal,
In today’s environmentally conscious landscape, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as more than a regulatory checkbox, it’s a strategic imperative. As waste streams like plastic packaging, batteries, e‑waste, and tyres gain regulatory attention, brands face intricate EPR compliance requirements under evolving frameworks such as the CPCB EPR Portal. These
If you’re a Producer, Importer, or Brand Owner (PIBO) placing electronic goods, plastic packaging, batteries, or tyres in the Indian market, you are legally obligated to comply with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) mandates registration under its respective waste management portals to ensure responsible
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has rightly become the backbone of India’s push toward a circular economy. On paper, it’s straightforward: brands must take responsibility for the waste their products generate, ensuring it’s collected and recycled in an environmentally sound manner. But if you’re a producer, importer, or brand owner trying
As conversations flowed, one theme kept returning to center stage—Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Once seen as just a regulatory checkbox, EPR is rapidly transforming into a strategic enabler of the circular economy. And the Alumni Connect event made it clear: the future of waste management, sustainability, and corporate accountability lies
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is poised to transform waste management in India by making producers responsible for the entire lifecycle of their Products, fundamentally altering how waste is handled across the country. With India facing the challenge of handling over 62 million tonnes of waste annually, inadequate waste management has
The Green Credit Programme: Draft Policy on A Market-Based Mechanism for Sustainable Development In an era where electronic devices become obsolete at a rapid pace, the need for responsible e-waste management has never been more critical. Karparivartan, a trusted name in the industry, stands as a beacon of sustainable solutions
Immersing in Nature’s Symphony e-WASTE When electronic products comes to the end of their life, they become waste. E-waste, or electronic waste, encompasses electrical and electronic equipment that’s outdated, unwanted, or broken. That means everything from smartphones to end-of-life refrigerators. Basically, anything that runs on electricity that you’ve decided to get rid
Contribution of Informal Sector in Waste Collection in India? The informal sector plays a significant role in waste collection in India, particularly in urban and peri-urban areas. Here are some key contributions of the informal sector in waste collection: Waste Collection at the Household Level: Informal waste workers, commonly known as
