Description

An Overview on EPR with respect to Plastic Management Rule 2016

Understand the Regulatory Framework Shaping Corporate Responsibility for Plastic Waste

The escalating challenge of plastic pollution demands a structured and accountable solution. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a key environmental policy approach that makes producers and brand owners responsible for the entire lifecycle of their plastic packaging, including its end-of-life management. This focused course provides a clear overview of the EPR framework as mandated by Indias Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016, and its amendments. Gain the essential knowledge to understand compliance obligations, the roles of various stakeholders, and the broader impact on sustainable waste management.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its core principles in the context of plastic waste.

  • Identify the Key Stakeholders under the PWM Rules, including Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs).

  • Outline the Specific EPR Obligations for PIBOs, including collection targets, recycling, and end-of-life disposal.

  • Understand the Registration and Reporting Process on the centralised EPR portal.

  • Recognize the Consequences of Non-Compliance and the role of regulatory authorities.

  • Articulate the Environmental Goals driving the EPR framework and its importance for a circular economy.

Course Curriculum

The course is structured into targeted modules for efficient learning:

  • Module 1: The Plastic Waste Challenge: Introduction to EPR and the PWM Rules

  • Module 2: Decoding Compliance: Roles, Responsibilities, and EPR Obligations for PIBOs

  • Module 3: The Roadmap for Action: Registration, Fulfilment, and the Bigger Picture

Who Is This Course For?

This course is designed for professionals and organizations affected by the PWM Rules, including:

  • Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) of plastic packaging

  • Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Managers

  • Environmental Consultants and Legal Advisors

  • Supply Chain and Operations Managers

  • Policy Makers and Regulatory Body Personnel

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. A general understanding of environmental regulations is helpful but not required.

Course Features & Included Materials

  • Focused eLearning: Complete the 0.5 hours (30 minutes) of essential content efficiently.

  • Regulatory Overview: Gain a clear, concise understanding of the EPR compliance landscape.

  • Quick-Reference Guide: Access a downloadable summary of key stakeholder roles and EPR obligations.

  • Certificate of Completion: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.

Enroll Today and Navigate Your Path to Plastic Waste Compliance!

Invest 30 minutes to demystify your EPR obligations. Equip yourself with the knowledge to ensure regulatory compliance and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

For more information, please contact:

Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org, Ph. 9773500376