Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

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WHAT IS EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY (EPR)?

As per Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is the responsibility of the Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) for the environmentally sound management of the products until the end of its life. Under PWM Rules, EPR is applicable on plastic packaging only and not on plastic products.

HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR PWM/EPR REGISTRATION?

CPCB has developed an online portal as per the guideline of PWM (Amendment) Rules 2022 for PWM/EPR registration and annual returns filing. You can connect with us for your EPR registration on the CPCB portal.