Practical Manuals on Extended Producer Responsibility and Financing Systems for Environmentally Sound Management

These practical manuals provide guidance on implementing extended producer responsibility (EPR) and financing the environmentally sound management (ESM) of waste. 

The EPR manual covers key terminology, goals and objectives, criteria for identifying products that may be subject to EPR, core policy elements, formulation strategies and implementation challenges. It is particularly relevant for government authorities developing national EPR policies and regulations. 

The ESM financing manual outlines key principles, benefits, costs and sources of financing. It also assesses the advantages and disadvantages of different financing mechanisms, helping stakeholders identify approaches suited to their contexts and priorities.