World Bank | Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): Reshaping the Future of Plastics

Join the World Bank for this webinar to learn about Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the plastics sector. This session will introduce the concept, benefits and types of EPR schemes, and explain the roles of stakeholders. Speakers will also highlight critical considerations for designing effective EPR schemes in different contexts and share lessons learned from countries with experience in EPR implementation, showcasing both successes and challenges.

Date: April 10th, 2025
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 AM EST
Location: Online | Webex (Register below!)

This is the first session of the Knowledge Sharing Series EPR in the Plastics, organized by the World Bank Global Environment Department, with support from PROBLUE, and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). Set in the in the context of the ongoing negotiations towards a “Global Plastic Treaty”, the learning series aims to support countries in managing plastic waste through effective policy design and implementation.