Name
Understanding the Fundamentals: Insights from EPR Practices & Policies
Date & Time
Monday, September 16, 2024, 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Location Name
Arbor EFG
Description
Explore the foundational elements and recent advancements in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), a critical mechanism in the shift towards sustainable packaging. This panel discussion will cover EPR basics, real-world examples, and developments in key US states, including:
- Provide an overview of what EPR is and explore lessons learned from Canada's EPR implementations, offering a unique lens on the successes and challenges encountered.
- Examine the concept of Eco-Modulation, illuminating how financial incentives can encourage sustainable packaging design.
- Share takeaways from the Colorado EPR Advisory Board Needs Assessment.
- Provide updates from the California EPR Advisory Board.
Speakers
Neil Menezes - General Mills
Ajit Perera - Talco Plastics Inc.
Reid Lifset - Yale University
Scott DeFife - Glass Packaging Institute
Phil Martinez - MCC Label
Ajit Perera - Talco Plastics Inc.
Reid Lifset - Yale University
Scott DeFife - Glass Packaging Institute
Phil Martinez - MCC Label
![Neil Menezes](http://assets.swoogo.com/uploads/thumb/3669889-65f0d75aa8cf4.jpeg)
![Ajit Perera](http://assets.swoogo.com/uploads/thumb/3818716-6620390a56085.jpeg)
![Reid Lifset](http://assets.swoogo.com/uploads/thumb/4198864-66a0047c8ce4b.jpg)
![Scott DeFife](http://assets.swoogo.com/uploads/thumb/4198826-66a002ab9b321.jpg)
![Phil Martinez](http://assets.swoogo.com/uploads/thumb/4198811-66a001914d6e9.jpeg)