Environment Services

Waste Management & Compliances

EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)

EPR is a policy approach where manufacturers are responsible for the entire lifecycle of their products, including post-consumer stages.

It requires producers to take back, recycle, or properly dispose of their products after consumers are done using them, shifting the responsibility for waste management from governments to manufacturers

Recyclers

Companies that process waste materials into reusable products. Play a key role in EPR by handling the actual recycling of collected waste.

Co-Processors

Companies that process waste materials into reusable products. Play a key role in EPR by handling the actual recycling of collected waste.

NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)

Organizations that often assist in waste collection and awareness programs. Support EPR by educating the public and facilitating proper waste management.

WMA (Waste Management Agencies)

Organizations responsible for collecting and managing waste at a local or regional level. Coordinate with producers and recyclers to implement EPR programs effectively.

Producers

Companies that manufacture products subject to EPR regulations. Responsible for ensuring their products are properly collected and recycled after use.

Brands

Companies that sell products under their own name or trademark. Must comply with EPR rules for the products they sell, often working with producers.

Importers

Businesses that bring products into the country from foreign manufacturers. Take on EPR responsibilities for the imported products they sell in the domestic market.

Government Authorities

Agencies that create and enforce EPR regulations. Monitor compliance and may impose penalties for non-adherence to EPR rules.

PIBO and Waste Processors in the context of EPR

PIBO stands for Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners. These are companies that manufacture, import, or sell products under their own brand name, and are responsible for meeting EPR obligations.

Waste Processors are entities that handle the collection, segregation, recycling, or disposal of waste materials. They play a crucial role in the EPR system by processing the waste generated from products put into the market by PIBOs.

EPR Audits for PIBOs & Waste Processors/Others

These audits involve assessing how well Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) are meeting their Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations. This includes reviewing documentation, verifying recycling claims, and ensuring compliance with EPR targets.

For Waste Processors and others involved in the EPR chain, audits examine their processes, verify the quantities of waste handled, and ensure they're following proper recycling or disposal methods as per regulations. These audits help maintain the integrity of the EPR system.

Recycling Plant to neutralize EPR Responsibility This involves setting up a recycling facility specifically designed to process the types of waste generated by a company's products. The goal is to directly handle the recycling of their own products, thus fulfilling their EPR obligations. By establishing their own recycling plant, companies can ensure proper waste management of their products, potentially reduce costs associated with third-party recycling, and have greater control over meeting their EPR targets. This approach allows them to "neutralize" or directly address their EPR responsibility.

PWMPWM Compliance (Plastic Waste Management Compliance) PWM Compliance refers to adhering to the rules and regulations set forth in the Plastic Waste Management Rules, which aim to reduce plastic pollution and promote sustainable plastic use in India. It involves various measures such as implementing collection systems for plastic waste, ensuring proper segregation and disposal, using recyclable plastics, and meeting EPR targets. Companies must report their compliance activities to the relevant authorities and maintain proper documentation.

Advising to the State Bodies on creating SPV under PPP model with all stakeholders

This involves providing guidance to state governments on establishing a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) using a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for plastic waste management. The SPV would be a dedicated entity focused on implementing effective waste management solutions.

The advice includes how to structure the SPV, involve various stakeholders (such as government agencies, private companies, waste collectors, and recyclers), define roles and responsibilities, ensure financial viability, and create a governance framework that aligns with plastic waste management goals and regulations