EPR services

EPR for battery recycling
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EPR Services

LINICO ENERGY give you the END to END EPR Services.  Extended Producer Responsibility is the one of the protocols that highlights the importance of the manufacture in regulating the life cycle of their products after they are consumed.

With their pollution surmounting and increasing year after year, the Indian Government started gave EPR policy in 2011 and further accredited CPCB for authorizing certification with EPR.

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has been given the authority to authorize new E-waste rules under the jurisdiction of the Environment Ministry. Companies now have to consult CPCB to get their E-waste management certification, this is where LINICO can use its expertise in making sure your products.

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Targets for Extended Producer Responsibility

  • In case of a new Producer introducing Battery in the market in the subsequent years after the publication of these rules, the Extended Producer Responsibility targets shall be applicable for different types of Battery, based on the average life of the Battery.

  • The Extended Producer Responsibility target shall include the collection targets mentioned in the tables and 100% recycling and/or refurbishment target of Extended Producer Responsibility collection target of the respective year.

  • The recycling of Waste Battery means recycling of Battery materials such as lead, nickel, lithium, nickel, cobalt, plastics, rubber, glass, etc.

  • Extended Producer Responsibility target for the Producer shall be specific to the kind of Battery (viz. Lead acid, Li-Ion, Nickel Cadmium, Zinc based Battery, etc.) within each type of Battery- portable, automotive, industrial and electric vehicle Battery.

  • Producer will meet their Extended Producer Responsibility obligation through the Extended Producer Responsibility certificate made available by recycler or refurbisher. In case of non-availability of Extended Producer Responsibility certificates with recyclers or refurbishes, the Producer shall have the responsibility of collection as well.

EPR for e-waste

FAQ's

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for e-waste is a policy that mandates manufacturers to take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of their electronic products, including their collection, recycling, and safe disposal.

EPR is crucial for reducing the environmental impact of e-waste, promoting sustainable manufacturing practices, and ensuring that hazardous materials are disposed of safely.

 

To obtain an EPR certificate for e-waste:

1) Register with the appropriate regulatory authority. 2) Prepare documentation outlining your waste management strategy. 3) Ensure compliance with e-waste regulations. Submit your application along with the necessary fees. 4) Undergo an inspection if required.

The latest EPR regulations in India, effective from 2022, require producers to:

1) Meet specific collection targets based on sales. 2) Submit waste management plans to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). 
3) Face penalties for non-compliance, promoting effective e-waste management practices.