EPR credits are more than just compliance tokens—they’re powerful tools that enable tyre producers to meet sustainability targets, drive recycling innovation, and build a greener future. Introduction: Tyre Waste and the Sustainability Imperative The tyre industry is at the heart of global mobility. From two-wheelers to trucks, tyres make modern transport possible. But with this comes...
In India, the example of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has long been synonymous with plastic waste management. But as we move deeper into 2025, the EPR landscape is shifting. New draft rules are pushing the regulatory boundary beyond plastics to include paper, glass, metal, and sanitary waste. For businesses, this means that your Source-to-Pay compliance strategy...
Tyre Waste – The Hidden Environmental Challenge Tyres are among the most widely used products in the global mobility ecosystem. From cars and trucks to two-wheelers and buses, they power every movement we make. Yet, managing end-of-life tyres (ELTs) remains a mounting environmental issue. Every year, millions of tonnes of tyres reach their disposal stage. Most...
Purpose: “From microplastics to soil contamination, the ripple effects of mismanaged waste reach far beyond the bins. Understand the risks and your role in prevention.” Waste is more than what meets the eye In India, waste management is no longer a back-end operational detail; it’s at the heart of sustainability, compliance, and even profitability. We often...
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, especially of plastic, e-waste, battery, tyre,...
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 demands span multiple layers: timely registry,...
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 disposal, recycling, and reporting. In this...
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 to implement extended producer responsibility in...
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 in how we shape and implement...
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 led to significant environmental and health...
