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India grapples with a daily generation of approximately 26,000 tons of plastic waste, with less than half of this enormous quantity undergoing recycling. As a result, a substantial portion of this waste finds its way into the environment, posing significant challenges.
Within India’s annual solid waste output, plastic waste holds a considerable share, accounting for 8%. This highlights the magnitude of the issue and the necessity for more effective recycling and waste management strategies.
Among the prominent cities contributing significantly to waste generation in India, Delhi leads the pack, followed closely by Kolkata and Ahmedabad. These cities face heightened challenges in managing and curbing waste levels, demanding comprehensive waste management initiatives.
Reports indicate a noticeable rise in plastic production in India, escalating from approximately 1,600 million metric tonnes in 2014-2015 to 1,700 metric tonnes by 2017-2018. This growth underscores the concerning trend of amplified plastic manufacturing within the country during that period.
Additionally, concerning statistics reveal that a substantial 73% of beach litter comprises plastic, a figure that continues to surge incrementally.
EPR, or Extended Producer Responsibility, is a framework where brand owners, importers, manufacturers, or producers bear responsibility for managing the treatment and disposal of their post-consumer products. This accountability mandates them to formulate and adhere to a comprehensive EPR Action plan, ensuring the collection of plastic waste stemming from their products. By actively engaging in managing the end-life of their goods, they contribute to mitigating the environmental impact of their products on the ecosystem.
The generation of plastic waste in large-scale production poses severe environmental threats, particularly when disposed of in the soil or in pollution-inducing garbage dumps. Therefore, it is imperative to treat and recycle plastic waste proactively to prevent harm and soil degradation. Adhering to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules is not just a recommendation but a mandatory requirement that necessitates complete cooperation.
Through our Plastic EPR Services, our goal is to assist organizations in fulfilling their obligations under the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules. We achieve this by developing Extended Producer Responsibility plans and establishing modalities for an effective waste collection system.
Given the alarming volumes of Multi-Layered Plastic (MLP) waste, the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules of 2016 were enacted, mandating the phasing out of all non-recyclable and multi-layered plastics within a two-year timeframe. Subsequently, a ban was imposed on “multi-layered plastic which is non-recyclable or non-energy recoverable or with no alternate use.”
Bulk producers and packaging brand owners are obligated to meet market targets by effectively channeling recyclable or non-recyclable multi-layered plastic (MLP) waste and taking responsibility for its recycling. This ensures that all generated waste is recycled under conditions that pose no harm to the environment.
In compliance with the provisions 9 (1&2) and 13(2) of the PWM Rules, 2016, as amended in 2018, a notice for EPR registration is available for download by clicking the button below.
