Upcycling Session

This event will explore the synergy between the Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). The session will delve into how EPR serves as a critical enabler for achieving a sustainable, circular economic model by holding producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products from design to disposal.

The circular economy shifts away from the traditional "take-make-dispose" model, emphasizing resource efficiency, waste minimization, and the regeneration of natural systems. EPR complements this vision by encouraging producers to design products that are easier to reuse, repair, and recycle. By integrating environmental costs into production processes and promoting sustainable practices, EPR drives innovation, reduces waste, and fosters a closed-loop system where materials are continuously reused.

This event will highlight:

• The principles of the circular economy: eliminating waste, keeping materials in use, and regenerating ecosystems.

• The role of EPR in reducing environmental impacts through eco-design, recycling targets, and resource recovery.

• Real-world examples…