France: EPR sectors face urgent reform
July 30, 2024
IGEDD reveals inefficiencies in France’s EPR sectors, calling for urgent oversight and more robust regulatory measures.
A recent report by the French General Inspectorate of the Environment and Sustainable Development (IGEDD) reveals significant shortcomings in France’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) sectors.
According to the findings, 40% of waste covered by EPR programs is not collected, and 50% needs to be recycled. This inefficiency poses a significant challenge to the country’s environmental sustainability efforts.
The report highlights the urgent need for an independent oversight body to enhance EPR performance and governance. It also recommends strengthening regulatory tools and improving incentives for all stakeholders, including manufacturers, consumers, and recycling companies.
With eco-contributions expected to rise significantly between 2022 and 2029, these improvements are crucial for maintaining public and business support for EPR initiatives.
IGEDD’s proposed reforms are designed to ensure that EPR sectors are equipped to meet future demands and contribute more effectively to national waste reduction and recycling targets. The call for improved oversight and more substantial incentives underscores the critical need to address inefficiencies in current waste management practices.
The report stresses that with these changes, the anticipated rise in eco-contributions could avoid resistance from both the public and businesses, potentially undermining the overarching goals of EPR programmes.
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