Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is an environmental policy that holds manufacturers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including disposal. Under EPR, producers are required to manage the waste their products generate, encouraging them to design for recyclability and reduce environmental impact. This approach shifts the financial and logistical burden of waste management from taxpayers and governments to the producers themselves, promoting sustainable practices and reducing waste in landfills. By taking responsibility for their products even after sale, companies are incentivized to create greener and more sustainable products.