Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Laws 2025 Overview

What Is EPR?

Policies that shift end-of-life management costs from municipalities to producers for certain products (packaging, electronics, batteries, paint).

2025 Landscape

Multiple states implementing or advancing EPR for packaging; mature programs for e-waste, paint (PaintCare), mattresses (Bye Bye Mattress), and pharmaceuticals in select jurisdictions.

Key Design Elements

• Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) governance
• Eco-modulated fees rewarding design for recyclability
• Performance targets (recycling rates, contamination reduction)
• Transparency and reporting

Impacts on Businesses

Packaging choices influence fees; need for data systems to track material volumes and product attributes across markets.

Outlook

Expect continued expansion and harmonization efforts; federal guidance could shape definitions and reporting.

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Last updated: 2025-02-06