Stay Informed

Regulatory Updates

Get the latest notices and news updates on various waste management categories, including Plastic Waste, Battery Waste, eWaste, Tyre Waste, and the circular economy. Stay ahead with real-time information shaping the regulatory landscape.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap

The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has issued a draft notification under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. This amendment to the Hazardous and Other Wastes Management and Trans-boundary Movement Rules, 2024, introduces stricter management and recycling requirements for non-ferrous metal scrap under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
Products Covered: Beverage and Aerosol Cans, Food and Pharma Packaging Foils
Doors, Windows, and Shutters, Aluminum Composite Panels (ACP), Cookware (Pots and Pans), Furniture (Tables, Chairs, Benches, etc.) Wires and Cables, Transformers and Generators, Air Conditioning Units, Bicycles (Non-Ferrous Metal Alloys), Sanitary Ware and Fittings

Revised guidelines for environmental compensation under the Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016 effective from August 2024

The (CPCB) has announced updated guidelines for calculating environmental compensation related to violations of the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, effective August 2024.Previously, the compensation for environmental violations was uniformly set at ₹5,000 per metric ton across all four categories of violations
The CPCB has revised these rates to better reflect the severity of different violations. The new compensation rates are as follows: Category I: ₹2,900/MT, Category II: ₹5,000/MT, Categories III and IV: ₹7,900/MT

[Battery Waste Management ] Deadline of Filing Annual Returns for Battery Producers Extended for Financial Year 2023-24

Following a request from the CPCB, the central government has extended the deadline for battery producers to file their annual returns for the fiscal year 2023-24 by August 30, 2024
The central government may extend the deadlines for filing annual returns by up to nine months under the rules and modalities, if deemed necessary

[Plastic Waste Management] Deadline of Filing Annual returns for Registered (PIBOs/PWPs) Extended for Financial Year 2023-24

The deadline for filing annual returns on the EPR Portal for Plastic Packaging for the FY 2023-24 by PIBOs and PWPs registered during 2022-24 has been extended to September 30, 2024.
All PIBOs and PWPs must ensure their AR returns are filed within the stipulated timelines

[Waste Tyre Management] Deadline for Filing Quarterly and Annual return Extended

The deadlines for filing Quarterly and Annual returns for the Registered Producers and Recyclers for the Financial Year 2023-24 have been extended from June 30, 2024, to August 31, 2024
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificate generation and transfer will be carried out on EPR Portal

[E-waste Management] Deadline for filing Quarterly and Annual return Extended

The deadlines for filing Quarterly and Annual returns for the Registered Producers and Recyclers for the Financial Year 2023-24 have been extended from June 30, 2024, to August 31, 2024
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificate generation and transfer will be carried out on EPR Portal.

[Battery Waste Management] Deadline for EPR Target & submission of Annual Return (AR) extended.

This amendment introduces significant changes designed to enhance the management and recycling of battery waste, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach.

CPCB issued Notice dated 28th May 2024 based on MoEFCC's Office Memorandum dated 17th May 2024 to all the Producers obligated under Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022, focusing on

Minimum Use of Domestically Recycled Materials.
Marking of EPR Registration No. on Battery or Battery Packs or packaging of the equipment having battery or battery pack.

CPCB issued notice with reference to registration of Producer, Importer, Brand Owners (PIBOs) & Plastic Waste Processor (PWPs) on CPCB EPR portal under Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016

Due to Force Majeure conditions, deadline for registration is extended to May 31, 2024 .
SPCBs/PCCs must grant or renew Consents to Operate only after EPR Portal registration, including registration number in the consent.
Producers/Importers/Recyclers cannot sell to non-registered Brand-owners (except MSMEs) and must include brand-owner’s registration number in GST E-invoices.

CPCB issued notice with reference Extension in timeline for filing of Annual Return (AR) by Producer, Importer, Brand Owners (PIBOs) & Plastic Waste Processor (PWPs) registered during FY 2022-23 on CPCB EPR portal under Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016

Deadline to file annual returns for FY 22-23 has been extended to May 31, 2024 . All PIBO to ensure to file annual returns within stipulated timeline.
Annual Report shall be auto filed after May 31, 2024 on the Centralized EPR Portal.
Environmental Compensation (EC) shall be levied on registered PIBOs/PWPs as per CPCB guidelines for late filing of the Annual Report.

Transactions of EPR Credits by the Producers Registered on the EPR Portal for Battery Waste Management

According to the regulations outlined in the Battery Waste Management (BWM) Rules 2022 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, producers are mandated to adhere to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for the batteries they introduce into the market. As specified in Schedule 2 of the BWM Rules 2022, producers are expected to fulfill their EPR obligations by obtaining EPR Certificates from recyclers or refurbishers.

It has come to attention that while registered recyclers have generated a total of 197,890.38 Tonnes of EPR Credits metal wise, only 27,580.52 Tonnes of these credits have been transferred to producers. Consequently, it is imperative for all producers to procure the EPR credits generated by recyclers in order to meet their EPR targets and avoid non-compliance with the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022

The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has established deadlines for EPR targets and the submission of annual returns for the financial years 2022-23 and 2023-24 under the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022

Compliance with EPR targets for batteries, as outlined in the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 for batteries covered under Schedule 1 of the E-waste Management Rules, will be considered as part of the obligations specified in the E-waste Management Rules 2016.
The EPR compliance target for the financial year 2022-23 must be achieved by the year 2023-24.
Producers have been provided with a deadline for complying with EPR targets and submitting annual returns for the financial years 2022-23 and 2023-24, which is set for June 30, 2024

Letter regarding clearing of consignments related to import of battery as well as equipment containing battery.

Ministry of Environment Forest & Climate Change notified Battery waste Management Rules on 22^nd August 2022 envisages to every Producer which includes Importers who are involved in importing batteries regardless of their chemistry, shape, size, volume, weight, material composition and use are required to get themselves registered on the authorized Battery Portal developed by the CPCB.

Custom department officials have been instructed to verify the CPCB-issued registration certificate when clearing imported battery consignments.

Notification on Fulfillment of EPR Obligations for Battery Producers

Battery producers are required to collaborate with certified waste battery recyclers to obtain EPR certificates in accordance with the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022, through the online EPR portal managed by the CPCB. This ensures their compliance with recycling and refurbishing obligations. The notification emphasizes the importance of meeting EPR targets and outlines the consequences for non-compliance.

Simplified EPR Registration Process for PIBOs

In a significant regulatory update, Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework are no longer required to renew their registration. Changes to registration will now only be made upon specific requests from PIBOs, simplifying the administrative process and enhancing operational efficiency in the sector.

Reasons to Choose TrackEPR

Comprehensive Account Management
Effortless Compliance
ISO 27001 Certified Data Security
Stay Updated with Regulations
Expertise in Various Waste Streams
Proven EPR Compliance Success

Contact us to initiate your path toward seamless EPR compliance and fulfilment, driven by sustainability.

All-in-One Solution

EPR Compliance to Fulfilment to Circularity

Partner with us to navigate EPR compliance, achieve fulfilment, and contribute to the circularity of Plastic Waste, eWaste, Battery Waste, and Tyre Waste.