India is planning to expand its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines to other sectors to promote a circular economy. According to Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Ved Prakash Mishra, the government has identified 10-11 sectors and hopes to implement circular economy policies in these sectors. This move is necessary, as the “take, make, and dispose” model is no longer sustainable. EPR holds producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including end-of-life management and waste disposal. The goal is to create a circular economy, where products are designed to be recycled, reused, or biodegradable. This will not only reduce waste but also lead to resource conservation and a more sustainable future.
India to extend Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) norms to other sectors, fueling the growth of a circular economy.
