Find Your Way Around the Acronyms!
2023.05.04 Find Your Way Around the Acronyms! In all domains, there are distinctive acronyms and environmental compliance is no exception! Particularly in the field of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), there are many acronyms that can be complex for a neophyte to understand. Let’s look at the main ones that can help you in the coming weeks, knowing […]
The Challenges of Implementing EPR Programs in Developing Countries
2023.04.28 The Challenges of Implementing EPR Programs in Developing Countries Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a key concept in waste management and combating pollution. It is a policy framework that requires producers to take responsibility for managing their end-of-life products, which means they are responsible for the collection, transportation, and disposal of their product waste. […]
Ontario’s changes to its Blue Box Program: What does this mean for businesses that sell products in Ontario?
2023.03.14 Ontario’s changes to its Blue Box Program: What does this mean for businesses that sell products in Ontario? For several years, the Government of Ontario has proposed many initiatives and legislation to transition to a waste-free province. However, recent changes to the legislation and what governing bodies oversee Ontario’s initiatives are shaking up things […]
Maine becomes the first US state to establish an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging law. What’s next?
2023.01.09 Maine becomes the first US state to establish an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging law. What’s next? In July 2021, Maine became the first state in the United States to pass an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law for packaging. Under the new legislation, manufacturers must help pay for the cost of recycling packaging. […]
International Eco-Fresh Products: The Challenge of Exporting
2022.12.05 International Eco-Fresh Products: The Challenge of Exporting Today, companies are increasingly aware of the importance of assuming their environmental responsibilities. Whether they like it or not, it is no longer a matter of choice because in Québec and internationally, many regulations are in place to govern the responsible management of products. The meeting is […]
Electronic Devices: What Is The Liability Extended Producer Responsibility?
2022.11.02 Electronic Devices: What Is The Liability Extended Producer Responsibility? Consumers are increasingly aware of the importance of properly disposing of their electronic products. According to a regulatory framework, manufacturers, retailers, distributors and other suppliers of these products are required to do the same. They play a leading role in the responsible treatment of these […]
Top 5 Sustainability Trends That Will Transform The Retail Industry
2022.10.06 Top 5 Sustainability Trends That Will Transform The Retail Industry The retail sector is experiencing the unprecedented ripple effects of consumer expectations—especially regarding sustainability and environmental stewardship. More and more consumers point to the industry’s tremendously negative impact on the environment as well as other environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns, such as child […]