Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a regulatory framework that holds manufacturers and producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including end-of-life management. EPR regulations are designed to promote sustainability and reduce waste by incentivizing businesses to design more sustainable products and manage the end-of-life of their products responsibly. In this guide, we will provide step-by-step instructions for businesses to register for EPR regulations and streamline the process. Step 1: Identify the Relevant Regulatory Body The first step in registering for
As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, governments are putting measures in place to ensure that businesses play their part in reducing their environmental impact. One such measure is the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, which require businesses to take responsibility for the environmental impact of their products and packaging. In this article, we will explore what EPR is, why it is important, and how businesses can comply with the regulations. What is EPR? Extended Producer
Upcycled-Handwoven Fabrics made from waste plastic carry bags, food wrappers of crisps and biscuits, and other daily consumables, glittery gift wraps and old audio/video cassette tapes using Charkha and Handloom. These fabrics are woven by Rural Women and Youth Artisans. Ace Designer Gaurav Gupta rendered in upcycled Ecokaari fabrics created with wrappers of crisps and biscuits, plastic bottles and other daily consumables that have been excavated from oceans & landfills. Source:www.ecokaari.org Share About Us
If you live in an area that has many birds, a strategically placed DIY recycled bird feeder will allow you to view the pretty feathered creatures up close and personal. Taking just a little time and very little money, you can make one out of materials you might have otherwise thrown away – a plastic bottle and a couple of wooden spoons. Clean and dry the bottle thoroughly, removing any labels. Screw the hook into the centre of the bottle’s
Love plants and sustainable living? Creating a planter is actually a way to reuse plastic. Spark your DIY spirit with a simple project that turns 2-litres into a useful and appealing indoor planter. Here are some simple step-by-step instructions for how to make a DIY plastic bottle planter: Cut the bottom third of a 2-litre bottle. Paint the bottle white or the colour of your choice. Use parts of the rest of the bottle to cut out ears or any design of your
Office and School building waste is one of the leading contributors to the rise of landfills. So, after guzzling down a cold soda or water from a PET bottle, don’t just toss the bottle when you’re finished. Reuse the plastic bottles to make pouches for housing pens and supplies at school, or craft supplies at home. Impress your classmates and friends with your sustainable efforts. Share About Us
The India Plastics Pact is a collaboration between WWF India and CII—anchored at the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development (CESD), and supported by WRAP, a global NGO based in the UK. WRAP is providing operational and technical support to many other Plastics Pacts, as well as running the UK Plastics Pact. The Plastics Pact envisions a world where plastic is valued and does not pollute the environment. The India Plastics Pact is an ambitious, collaborative initiative that aims to
Procter & Gamble Co (PG.N) has lofty goals for cutting its environmental impact by 2030 but obtaining recycled plastic for more sustainable packaging is challenging, the company’s vice president of global sustainability said at the Reuters Next conference. Global supply chain issues are making obtaining environmentally sound packaging materials more difficult, Jack McAneny said on Friday, as the consumer goods giant scrambles to meet the demands of an increasingly eco-conscious consumer base. Read More at (Source)
PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCT) announced the first product made from PureCycled plastic has launched. The first-of-its-kind sustainable plastic shower dispenser was brought to market and sold by EC30 and made from PureCycle’s ultra-pure recycled plastic transformed from trash found in the bins of U.S. stadiums. Bringing an ultra-pure recycled plastic product to consumers marks a milestone for PureCycle and changes the sustainable products game. Mike Otworth, CEO, PureCycle, said, “There is no
New packaging models impact the cost of operations as it increases by about 20-25% depending upon the segment.
Single-use consumer habits continue to pose a threat to the environment — particularly in the context of plastic packaging. According to the World Economic Forum, only 14% of plastic packaging is collected for recycling globally. Moreover, by 2050 the carbon footprint of plastics is expected