Plastic is one of the most used products in our everyday life because of its properties. Interestingly, its same properties have made it one of the most hazardous substances for the environment. The government has laid down explicit legislation to minimize plastic pollution.

What is EPR Authorization?

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a concept where producers are held responsible for the entire lifecycle of their products, including disposal and recycling. It is a crucial step towards sustainable waste management and environmental protection.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) India is one such initiative that aims to place responsibility on certain stakeholders for the proper disposal of plastic waste. The government issued a notification making certain amendments to the existing plastic waste management rules.

Types of EPR Registration:

Ø  EPR Registration for E waste management

Ø  EPR Registration for Plastic waste management (PIBO)

Ø  EPR Registration for Battery waste management

Ø  EPR Registration for waste tyres management

Ø  EPR Registration for Used oil management

Who requires EPR Certification?

As per The E-waste Management Rules 2022, Plastic waste management rules 2022, Battery waste management rules 2022, and waste management rules, the EPR authorization is mandatory for those entities that are producing, importing or brand owners goods, plastic packaging, lead-acid or lithium-ion batteries or tyre producing respectively.