Erin Victor article on packaging waste published in The Conversation
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are gaining momentum across the U.S., forcing companies to pay for the cleanup and disposal of their packaging waste. As author Erin Victor highlights, while eco-modulated fees can incentivize businesses to design greener, more recyclable packaging, fragmented regulations across states risk creating confusion. For EPR to drive real environmental impact, state policies need alignment to prevent companies from exploiting regulatory loopholes.