Packaging EPR & PPWR: Key Updates from the Last 6 Months (2025)
The last six months have been pivotal for packaging compliance in Europe and the UK. With the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) now in force, the UK finalising EPR base fees and recyclability assessment rules, Denmark preparing for its new EPR system, and France extending obligations to industrial packaging, the landscape is shifting […]
EPR Fees vs Plastic Packaging Tax: Key Differences and How to Manage Them
We’re seeing more teams ask: “What’s the difference between EPR fees and the Plastic Packaging Tax—and how do we run both without chaos?” Here’s a clear, action-oriented guide for regulatory, finance, and sustainability leaders. Short version: EPR fees fund recycling systems via PROs; plastic taxes are government indirect taxes that raise the cost of plastic […]
Worried About Packaging Costs Skyrocketing? EPR Tips to Save Your Business
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes are changing the packaging game across the EU—and fast. While these regulations promote a more sustainable future, they’re also driving up packaging costs. If you’re feeling the pressure, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a manufacturer, importer, or brand owner, understanding and managing EPR obligations is now essential—not optional. But here’s […]
Understanding Dutch EPR: How RegSurance Helped a Multinational Client Save Costs
What Are My EPR Obligations in the Netherlands? If your company sells packaged products in the Dutch market, you probably need to follow EPR rules (Extended Producer Responsibility). That means reporting the packaging you place on the Dutch market—and taking responsibility for what happens to it after use. Sounds simple, but the details can get […]