With a view to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (“Rules”), the Central Pollution Control Board (“CPCB”) has directed the Producers, Importers and Brand Owners (PIBOs) and Plastic Waste Processors (PWPs), who have not applied for registration, to mandatorily submit an application for the same on the EPR Portal (https://eprplastic.cpcb.gov.in/#/plastic/home) by 31st March, 2024.
Necessary action against defaulters will be taken including levying of Environmental Compensation and closure of operations in accordance with the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
Background: The Environment Ministry issued the Guidelines on Extended Producer Responsibility (“EPR”) for plastic packaging wherein PIBOs and PWPs were required to register on the centralized portal to fulfil their EPR liability. While several PIBOs and PWPs have been registered on the EPR Portal, it has been observed that some PIBOs and PWPs are still operating without obtaining registration which is in violation of provisions of the Rules.
A Copy of the Notification is linked below for your ease of reference.
Source: Central Pollution Control Board
