Rollout of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Schemes for Textiles and Footwear Across EU Member States

This webinar will provide a comprehensive update on the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for textiles and footwear across EU Member States. Participants will gain insights into the current status of national legislation, the progress made by individual countries, potential delays in implementation, and the implications for industry stakeholders. The session will also place these developments within the broader debate on EPR effectiveness, exploring key challenges, opportunities, and considerations for designing successful and efficient schemes.

Objectives

• Understand the EPR requirements for textiles and footwear across EU Member States.

• Gain a clear overview of the current state of implementation and legislative developments.

• Learn about best practices and key challenges associated with establishing and operating effective EPR schemes.

• Identify practical recommendations and next steps for supporting the successful implementation of EPR frameworks.

Presenter

Clelia Ortscheidt, Junior Consultant in the Circularity & Chemicals team, Ohana Public Affairs

For more information about Ohana visit: https://www.ohanapublicaffairs.eu/en/.

Target audience

This webinar is designed for the sustainability team as well as the policy teams of companies.

Pre-reads (if any)

Participants who would like a refresher on EPR for textiles and footwear are encouraged to read our blog on the revised Waste Framework Directive, which introduces a dedicated EPR scheme for the sector. Read about it here.

The webinar will be open for everyone. Sign up here:

For more information about Ohana, see: https://ohanapublicaffairs.eu/