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EPR Compliance – Filing Annual returns

EPR Compliance – Filing Annual returns

EPR Compliance - Filing Annual Returns

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      What is Annual Compliance for EPR?

      EPR, or Extended Producer Responsibility, is a policy that is designed to promote environmentally sustainable practices by shifting the responsibility for managing Plastic Waste / E-Waste / Battery Waste from consumers and local governments to the producers manufacturers, importers of those products. EPR compliance refers to the requirement placed on these producers and manufacturers to meet certain environmental and waste management obligations as part of EPR programs.

      As per the EPR Guidelines, all the EPR Registered entities have to submit annual returns of a particular financial year by the next financial year.  

      EPR Compliance - Things to do (For an EPR Registered Entity)

      Waste Management

      All EPR Registered Entities are legally obligated to take responsibility of waste management. This includes collection, recycling, or proper disposal of these items to minimize their environmental impact.

      Reporting and Documentation

      EPR Registered Entities are required to maintain records and submit reports detailing their efforts to meet recycling targets, sales details and procurement details. This documentation helps CPCB monitor compliance and assess the effectiveness of EPR rules.

      Financial Responsibility

      EPR compliance often involves financial responsibilities, where EPR Registered entities must contribute to the cost of collection and recycling infrastructure or pay fees to support recycling and waste management programs

      Product Design Considerations

      EPR compliance also have targets to design products with a focus on environmental sustainability. This includes designing products that are easier to recycle or including recycled materials in the finished product.

      Setting Targets

      Regulatory authorities typically set specific targets and performance goals that EPR Registered Entities must meet to demonstrate compliance with EPR regulations. These targets may include recycling rates, waste reduction goals, usage of recycled material goal or other environmental metrics.

      Environmental Compensation (EC)

      EPR Registered Entities who fail to meet EPR recylcing targets or compliance requirements will face penalties, fines, or other enforcement actions in the form of Environmental Compensation (EC) 

      Benefits of EPR Compliance and filing Annual Returns

      Compliance with regulatory requirement

      By complying with all the regulatory requirements and annual compliances as provided under the EPR Rules for Plastic Waste / E-Waste / Battery Waste, a registered entity avoids monetary penalties in the form of Environmental Compensation (EC)

      Create brand value

      Compliance with all EPR rules creates and builds trust among the investors, members, shareholders, promoters and directors of the company regarding the stability of the company and brand loyalty among the investors, shareholders, members and directors. A company who timely maintains annual compliances holds better credibility in the market.

      Avoid Environmental Compensation

      Failure in filing annual returns turns the entity status to default and charges it with Environmental Compensation (EC). 

      Documents required for annual filing of private limited company

      Login Credentials

      EPR Login Credentials

      EPR Target Fulfillment

      Details on the EPR Target Fulfillment

      Annual Sales Details

      Details on the annual sales details of plastic waste / e-waste / battery waste

      Annual Procurement Details

      Details on the annual procurement details of plastic waste / e-waste / battery waste

      Incorporation document

      PAN Card, Certificate of Incorporation and MoA – AoA of Private Company

      Audit Report & Board Report

      Independent auditor’s report and Board report must be provided

      Audited Financial Statements

      Financial Statements must be audited by independent auditor

      DSC of Director

      Valid and active DSC of one of the directors must be provided

      How to submit EPR Annual Returns for EPR Compliance?

      The Central Pollution Control Board has established an online portal to submit the annual returns from 31st March 2022. The EPR Registered entities should use this portal to submit the details as discussed in our video, meet the EPR Target, pay the required processing fees and submit the annual returns.

      How Will We Help in EPR Compliance?

      EPR Compliance involves two main activities that include – Fulfilling EPR Target and Updating Procurement and Sales Data. Below are the details about the same 

      Fulfilling the EPR Target

      Fulfilling EPR Target is one of the major and mandatory things to be performed by all the registered entities. The EPR Target can be fulfilled in two ways:

      • Recycling the waste equivalent to the target through an EPR Registered Recycler who will generate the requisite certificate. This certificate can be used to meet the target and submit the annual returns
      • Buying the certificates or credit points equivalent to the target from any other entity to meet the target and thereby submit annual returns.
      Updating Procurement and Sales Data:

      All the plastic packaging material purchased and sold in that financial year has to be updated including the following details:

      • Type of Plastic Packaging
      • Quantity of Plastic Packaging
      • % Recycled content in the plastic packaging
      • Buyer or Seller details and if the seller is EPR Registered so that responsibility or the target can be passed on.

      Based on this data, EPR Target for the next year is generated that as to be accepted before filing the annual returns.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      All you need to know about EPR Compliance:

      Yes. EPR Compliance is Compulsory.

      EPR, or Extended Producer Responsibility, is a policy that is designed to promote environmentally sustainable practices by shifting the responsibility for managing Plastic Waste / E-Waste / Battery Waste from consumers and local governments to the producers manufacturers, importers of those products. EPR compliance refers to the requirement placed on these producers and manufacturers to meet certain environmental and waste management obligations as part of EPR programs.

      All EPR registered entities including Manufacturers, Producers, Importers, Refurbishers, Recyclers, etc for Plastic Waste / E-Waste / Battery Waste are required to fulfill EPR Compliance. Therefore, the same entities need our EPR Compliance Services.

      In India, EPR compliance is primarily governed by the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, and Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. These regulations specify the responsibilities of producers and establish guidelines for the collection, recycling, and safe disposal of waste generated from their products.

      Our EPR compliance services offer comprehensive solutions to fulfilling EPR Target and reporting sales and procurement data. Additionally, we assist with registration and other compliance aspects, ensuring your business remains environmentally responsible.

      The registration process involves submitting the necessary documents and fees to the respective authorities, such as the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) or the State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs). Our team can guide you through this process, ensuring compliance with all requirements.

      Our experts can assess your product portfolio and business operations to determine whether your business is obligated under EPR regulations. This evaluation considers factors like the type of products you manufacture or import and their potential environmental impact.

      Yes, we offer EPR compliance services for various waste categories, including plastic waste, e-waste, and battery waste. Our services are tailored to meet the specific requirements of each waste stream.

      Non-compliance with EPR regulations can result in penalties, fines, and legal actions. These consequences can harm your business’s reputation and finances. Our services are designed to prevent such issues by ensuring full compliance.

      The reporting frequency depends on the specific regulations and the waste category. Typically, reports are required on a quarterly or annual basis. We can help you with timely and accurate data reporting to authorities.

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