What you'll learn
What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and why does it matter?
Who is affected by EPR laws, and who enforces these regulations?
How do EPR rules affect packaging for food manufacturers?
Where in the US do food manufacturers need to comply with EPR regulations?
How can your company comply with EPR regulations in California?
What strategies can food manufacturers use to redesign packaging for EPR?
Description
This course introduces the growing trend of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws in the U.S. and their impact on food packaging. It provides a clear overview of emerging state regulations, with a special emphasis on California, along with practical strategies for adapting packaging to achieve compliance and utilizing EPR guidelines to reduce manufacturing costs while promoting sustainability.
This course includes:
8 on-demand videos
Final evaluation
CertificateCourse Outline
EPR Essentials: Compliance Implications and Opportunities for Food Packaging
Lesson 1: Introduction to EPR
Lesson 2: The EPR Landscape in the USA
Lesson 3: EPR and the Food Industry
Lesson 4: EPR Compliance Responsibilities
Lesson 5: Sustainable Packaging
Lesson 6: EPR in the US and Abroad
Lesson 7: EPR Compliance in California
Lesson 8: Conclusion
Requirements
No prerequisites are required for this course