EPR Solutions

Have you heard about the new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulation?

Well, they’re not actually new. The legislation came into effect on 1st January 2025, introducing significant changes to how businesses are responsible for the packaging they place on the UK market.

Does the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) apply to you in the UK?

If you sell your products into the EU, then yes, you have to comply with this law as well! The PPWR sets new rules for packaging and sustainability, making it important to ensure your business meets the latest requirements.

What does this mean for UK businesses?

Extended Producer Responsibility forces UK businesses to take full accountability for the packaging they place on the market, increasing reporting and compliance demands.
Costs are likely to rise as companies pay new fees based on the recyclability and environmental impact of their packaging.
Businesses may need to redesign packaging, improve recycling systems, and tighten supply-chain data to stay compliant and competitive.

How to tell if your business needs to take action

AD Supplies can organise a free audit to determine your status and what steps you need to take.

Audit

Check whether EPR applies and identify immediate compliance gaps.

Report

Organise packaging data so obligations can be reported accurately.

Improve

Find opportunities to recycle plastics, glass & packaging, reduce impact, and strengthen CSR outcomes.

What if your business isn’t complying with the regulations?

How can you simplify EPR compliance?

Through our network of business partners, support can be provided to simplify Extended Producer Responsibility by helping you track, report, and manage all packaging data with accuracy and confidence.

Can you help my business stay compliant with EPR regulations?

Yes. We can organise guidance through your legal obligations, helping to ensure your business stays fully compliant as EPR requirements continue to tighten.

Can you help improve our recycling performance?

We can. Our network of business partners can help you improve recycling performance and reduce the environmental impact of your packaging choices.

What are CSR Plastic Credits?

CSR Plastic Credits are a mechanism that enables businesses to offset hard-to-recycle plastics by funding verified recovery and recycling projects. AD Supplies can help facilitate these credits, helping your business demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental action.

What are the benefits of CSR Plastic Credits?

CSR Plastic Credits can strengthen your sustainability credentials, reduce compliance risk, and demonstrate measurable environmental action to customers and regulators.

Can AD Supplies help support your business to recycle physical packaging in your supply chain?

Yes, as an example, AD Supplies can currently recycle fairly conditioned empty IBC’s and plastic drums. We’re building new programs all the time to support the recycling of waste packaging.

For more information, please contact graham.dixon@ad-supplies.com or dave.wood@ad-supplies.com.