Definition: environmental policy approach in which a producer’s responsibility for a product is extended to the postconsumer stage of a product.
Notes on definition:
- Note 1 to entry: An EPR policy is characterised by: a) the shifting of responsibility (physically or economically; fully or partially) upstream towards the producer and away from government or municipalities; b) the provision of incentives to producers to take into account environmental considerations when designing their products.
- Note 2 to entry: An EPR can be only financial or can be financial and operational depending on local laws.
Source:ISO 24161:2022 ISO 59010:2024
Type of source: Standards
CLEPA Comments:
- Comment 1: The principle: whoever manufactures, distributes a product or imports a product (putting it on the market) must take responsibility for its end of life.