Study on EPR Scheme Assessment for Packaging Waste in Malaysia
Year of Publication
2020
In the report, WWF identifies the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme as a critical and effective policy tool in holding manufacturers accountable for the end-of-life impacts of their plastic products and packaging.
Source:
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Author(s):
Geography:
Malaysia
Type:
Solution
Purpose of Measurement:
Solution Sets and Impact Potential
Impact theme(s):
Material Flows
In the report, WWF identifies the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme as a critical and effective policy tool in holding manufacturers accountable for the end-of-life impacts of their plastic products and packaging. EPR as a policy instrument also encourages the adoption of holistic eco-design among the business sector. The WWF report proposes a customized EPR scheme towards addressing Malaysia’s plastic waste pollution.