Imagine a mountain. Not of snow or rock, but of discarded smartphones, broken laptops, tangled chargers, and obsolete televisions. In India, this mountain is growing at a terrifying speed. As the world’s third-largest generator of electronic waste, India produces approximately 3.2 million tonnes of e-waste annually, a figure that is rising with every new gadget launch....
Are you a Producer, Importer, or Brand Owner (PIBO) in India? If the answer is yes, the term “Extended Producer Responsibility” (EPR) is likely already on your radar. But as we move through 2025, EPR is no longer just a buzzword—it is a strict regulatory mandate that can make or break your business operations. With the...
The world is moving toward electrification. From the remote control in your living room to the electric vehicle (EV) in your driveway, batteries power our modern lives. But batteries contain heavy metals like lead, lithium, and cobalt, which pose severe threats to soil and water if mishandled. Recognizing this, the Government of India notified the Battery...
In the digital age, electronic devices are the backbone of business. But what happens when these devices reach the end of their life? India is the third-largest generator of electronic waste (e-waste) in the world. To combat this, the government introduced the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, a rigorous framework that places the onus of recycling squarely...
Today, December 2nd, is observed as National Pollution Control Day in India. This day is not a mere observance; it is a profound national remembrance and a mandatory call to action. It commemorates the thousands of innocent lives lost and impacted by the devastating 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy—one of the world’s worst industrial disasters. We pause...
Are you a brand owner, importer, or manufacturer dealing in plastic packaging? If you have recently launched a product wrapped in multi-layered packaging or imported goods with plastic protection, you are likely part of India’s booming consumption story. However, alongside business growth comes a critical responsibility. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has tightened the noose...
If you’re a manufacturer, importer, brand owner, or producer dealing with electronics, batteries, plastic, tyres, or packaged goods, you’ve probably heard this phrase repeatedly in boardrooms and logistics meetings: “You need an EPR certificate before you go to market.” But what exactly does that mean? Why do businesses struggle to obtain it? And most importantly—how can...
Essential insights on registration, collection targets, and recycling partnerships to stay ahead of upcoming compliance deadlines. As India accelerates towards electric mobility and sustainable manufacturing, battery producers, importers, and recyclers stand at the center of a regulatory transformation — the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. These rules establish a clear Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework that...
India stands at a pivotal juncture. On one hand, rapid growth, urbanisation and consumption are placing enormous pressure on resources. On the other hand, the vision of a circular economy offers a powerful answer: a system where materials are reused, waste is minimised and value is continuously extracted from what was once discarded. This is not...
EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) compliance applies to businesses dealing with plastic waste, e-waste, tyres, batteries, and packaging materials. Producers, importers, and brand owners must ensure that they not only manage their waste responsibly but also document, file, and report their actions as per CPCB guidelines. The challenge?For many organizations, the path to full compliance is confusing,...
