Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a key concept for ‘closing the loop’ in the packaging value chain. 

The EPR Toolbox is a collection of internationally relevant knowledge on the topic of EPR for packaging. Its aim is to promote knowledge exchange and enhance development of EPR systems worldwide. The EPR Toolbox contains detailed training materials on EPR, practical country examples and a set of FAQs.

There are three modules, each comprising a number of factsheets:

• Module 1 addresses the general aspects of EPR systems for packaging and specifically covers roles and responsibilities in the packaging value chain, the establishment of a producer responsibility organisation (PRO), a register, financial flows and a legal framework.
• Module 2 discusses the collection and sorting of packaging waste and focuses on the integration of the informal sector, incentive methods for citizens and the establishment of a deposit system.
• Module 3 provides answers to the questions of how to ensure high-quality recycling, how to improve the recyclability of packaging and how to increase the market demand for recycled plastics.

There are also 13 videos covering issues such as What is EPR, How can framework conditions be designed, and How can the collection of packaging waste be organised. 

The Background Document gives an overview on the compatibility of different waste management approaches with a mandatory EPR scheme.

Translated into a large number of European and non-European languages.