What is EPR of E-Waste?
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is the responsibility of every producer of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) for channelization of e-waste to an authorized dismantler / recycler to ensure environmentally sound management of such waste.
EPR authorization is mandatory and has to be obtained by all the producers including importers, e-retailers/on-line sellers/e-bay etc. of EEE covered in E-Waste. A producer can implement its EPR either through take-back system or by setting up collection centers or both for channelization of e-waste/end of life products to authorized dismantlers/recyclers.
The producers are required to have arrangements with authorized dismantlers/recyclers either individually or collectively or through a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) or E-Waste Exchange system as spelt in their EPR Plan which is approved/authorized by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
These rules are applicable to every producer, consumer or bulk consumer, collection centre, dismantler and recycler of e-waste involved in the manufacture, sale, purchase and processing of electrical and electronic equipment or components specified in schedule – I of these Rules.
Benefits of EPR Registration
Effective Waste Management
Get access to a comprehensive framework for Cost-effective waste management
Recognition
Recycling plays an important role in Swachh Bharat Mission. Recyclers and scrap dealers earn recognition in the larger market.
Environmental Safety
EPR helps in the conservation of natural resources and eradicates pollution. This in turn helps in sustainable development which is important for the consumers and manufacturers
EPR E-Waste Process
- EPR Registration on Centralized Portal of Central Pollution Control Board
- Fulfillment of EPR Compliance including Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Compliances
- EPR Target Fulfillment requires Producer, Importers & Brand Owners (PIBOs) to purchase EPR credits.
- Filing of Annual Return Report
FAQs
The EPR Registration full form is Extended Producer Responsibility
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is the responsibility of every producer of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) for channelization of e-waste to an authorized dismantler / recycler to ensure environmentally sound management of such waste.
- EPR Registration on Centralized Portal of Central Pollution Control Board
- Fulfillment of EPR Compliance including Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Compliances
- EPR Target Fulfillment requires Producer, Importers & Brand Owners (PIBOs) to purchase EPR credits.
- Filing of Annual Return Report