The E-Waste EPR framework came into force from April 1, 2023, bringing in a systematic approach to managing the rapidly growing e-waste stream in India, which is the third-largest globally. The recycling targets under the e-waste regime are calculated based on the weight of electrical and electronic equipment sold by producers. For established producers whose years in operation exceed the average product life defined by CPCB, the targets are set at 60 percent of the quantity of waste generated for financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, increasing to 70 percent for 2025-26 and 2026-27, and finally reaching 80 percent from 2027-28 onwards. For newer producers who have recently started sales, the targets are calculated differently: 15 percent of sales made in FY 2021-22 for the year 2023-24, 20 percent of FY 2022-23 sales for 2024-25, and 20 percent of sales made two years prior from 2025-26 onwards. These targets recognize the time lag between when products are sold and when they become waste, allowing businesses to plan their compliance strategies accordingly.
EPR certificates for e-waste are issued against key metals recovered during the recycling process rather than the total weight of waste processed. The metals are classified into three groups: precious metals (gold, silver, palladium), non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum), and ferrous metals (iron, steel). CPCB has created a metal-wise framework because different electronic items contain varying proportions of these materials. The certificates are available in very small denominations starting from 0.000001 kg to accommodate the tiny quantities of precious metals recovered, up to larger denominations of 1000 kg for bulk metals. The validity period for e-waste EPR certificates is two years from the end of the financial year in which they were generated, providing reasonable time for producers to utilize them for compliance purposes.
Our consultancy firm provides comprehensive services for navigating the e-waste EPR ecosystem in India. We help producers understand their metal-wise obligations and calculate their precise recycling targets based on their product portfolio and sales history. For businesses struggling to meet targets, we facilitate the purchase of EPR certificates from CPCB-verified recyclers who have the technical capacity to recover precious and non-ferrous metals from e-waste. We also assist recyclers in obtaining necessary authorizations from State Pollution Control Boards, registering on the central portal, and generating certificates based on their actual recycling output. Our team stays updated with all CPCB circulars and policy changes, ensuring that your compliance strategy adapts to evolving regulations. Whether you need assistance with initial registration, annual return filing, or sourcing EPR credits at competitive prices, we provide tailored solutions that keep your business compliant while supporting India’s vision for environmentally sound e-waste management.
