In its current format, the EPR regulations disproportionately impact businesses using glass. We think the regulations should be changed from a weight-based fee structure to a unit-based one to help towards the UK's Net Zero Goals.
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The weight-based fee structure disproportionately impacts businesses using glass despite it being one of the most sustainable and safest packaging materials available.
We believe the current EPR model:
- Drives up costs for businesses and consumers during a cost-of-living crisis
- Pushes companies to switch to less sustainable materials
- Gives an advantage to imported glass with higher carbon footprints