The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has announced scheduled maintenance of the Centralized EPR Portal for Plastic Packaging from May 1 to May 11, 2025. This maintenance may impact EPR compliance for PIBOs (Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners), making it crucial to act early and plan submissions before the downtime begins.
What Does This Mean for Producers, Importers & Brand Owners?
If you’re a PIBO (Producer, Importer, or Brand Owner) obligated under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (as amended), this downtime can affect your ongoing or upcoming compliance submissions.
To ensure your operations are not disrupted:
- Plan your EPR tasks in advance—submit any pending applications or reports before May 1.
- Download or back up essential documents if needed during this period.
- Avoid scheduling credit transactions or submissions between May 1 and 11.
Key Dates to Remember:
- Portal Unavailable From: May 1, 2025
- Portal Expected to Resume: May 12, 2025
- Reason: Scheduled system maintenance by CPCB for improvements and updates.
Why Is This Important?
The EPR portal is central to plastic waste compliance. Any delay in submission could impact your reporting cycle, audit trail, or credit availability. Early action ensures:
- Smooth compliance
- No backlog post-maintenance
- Transparency in plastic packaging obligations
✅ Climeto Tip
As experts in EPR compliance, we recommend you review your submissions, plan ahead, and consult with your EPR partner to avoid last-minute complications.
Need help preparing before the portal goes offline? Our team can assist you with:
- EPR registration & renewals
- Credit management strategies
- Pre-maintenance compliance submissions
Stay proactive. Stay compliant.
Disclaimer: Above content does not constitute any legal advice and is only provided for educational purpose.
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