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♻️ EPR Laws Are Gaining Momentum Across the U.S.! ♻️ Over the next few weeks, we’ll be diving into Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws—a growing movement in the U.S., particularly on the West Coast. 🌎 The first 5 states to adopt EPR laws: Maine, Oregon, California, Colorado, and Minnesota. But what exactly is an EPR law? EPR laws hold producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including post-consumer waste. This means companies must fund or manage the recycling and disposal of packaging, electronics, and hazardous materials. 🌿 Key Traits of EPR Laws: ✅ Producer Responsibility: Companies must contribute to recycling and waste management costs. ✅ Financial Contributions: Fees based on packaging type & quantity support waste collection and sorting. ✅ Sustainable Design: Encourages recyclable, reusable, and compostable materials. ✅ Government Oversight: State agencies ensure compliance and efficiency. ✅ Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs): Companies often join PROs to manage recycling programs. Stay tuned as we break down how each state is implementing EPR laws and what this means for the future of a circular economy! #EPR #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Recycling #Transparency #Blockchain