EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach where producers are held responsible for the entire lifecycle of their products, especially waste management. This means manufacturers are tasked with collecting, recycling, or disposing of their products once consumers are done with them. EPR encourages companies to design eco-friendlier products by sharing waste management costs, reducing environmental impact, and promoting sustainable practices. Essentially, it shifts some responsibility from consumers and governments to producers, aiming for a circular economy where products are reused and recycled efficiently.